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Sparkling Cranberry Pineapple Punch

Cranberry Pineapple Punch is crisp, refreshing, and super enjoyable. It’s also very pretty, which is important when you want to jazz things up for the holidays. The cranberries in this holiday punch absolutely sparkle next to the fresh lime.

Oh and one more thing: this Christmas punch is totally easy; like add and stir.

This Cranberry Pineapple Punch is crisp refreshing and loved by adults and kids. Perfect Christmas Holiday Punch! And it’s totally easy; just add and stir!

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This Sparkling Cranberry Pineapple Punch was made possible by the one and only Dole. Their pineapple juice is known on the street as the “King of Juices™.” It’s kind of like going to Hawaii and squeezing the juice out of a fresh ripe pineapple (minus the traveling and the squeezing). That’s the secret ingredient here: 100% DOLE® Canned Pineapple Juice!

This fizzy holiday punch has just the right amount of sweetness and is loved by grown ups and littles (my son’s favorite “soda”) so it’s perfect for any party. It works because lime goes well with cranberries and ginger goes well with pineapple but so do cranberries and lime – I might have done a little research in The Flavor Bible – cool tool by the way.


It’s so crisp and refreshing as a holiday punch! You’ll want to go ahead and make a double batch ;).

This Cranberry Pineapple Punch is crisp refreshing and loved by adults and kids. Perfect Christmas Holiday Punch! And it’s totally easy; just add and stir! | natashaskitchen.com

Ingredients for Christmas Cranberry Pineapple Punch:

Chilled ingredients work best to keep your punch cold and extra fizzy.

We used Dole Canned pineapple juice, Cranberry Juice Cocktail (any brand is ok) and Ginger Ale.

Fresh or frozen cranberries work well and the lime adds a great pop of color and compliments the cranberry very well. Cranberries keep well in the freezer for like a year #ForReals. I buy them during the holidays when they are on sale and freeze (because they disappear from stores soon after).

How to Make this Cranberry Pineapple Punch:

1. In a large pitcher or punch bowl, stir together: 3 cups pineapple juice, 3 cups cranberry juice and 4 cups ginger ale.

This Cranberry Pineapple Holiday Punch is crisp refreshing and loved by adults and kids. Perfect Christmas Punch! And it’s totally easy; like add and stir! | natashaskitchen.com

2. Add ice, sliced lime, and cranberries. Stir gently to combine and serve to your favorite people.

This Cranberry Pineapple Punch is crisp refreshing and loved by adults and kids. Perfect Christmas Holiday Punch! And it’s totally easy; just add and stir! | natashaskitchen.com

3. Yeah, there is no step 3. I told you it was easy!

This Cranberry Pineapple Punch is crisp refreshing and loved by adults and kids. Perfect Christmas Holiday Punch! And it’s totally easy; just add and stir! | natashaskitchen.com

I told you it was easy!! You’ll have to discover for yourself just how good this is!

Cranberry Pineapple Punch

5 from 142 votes
Author: Natasha Kravchuk
This Sparkling Cranberry Pineapple Punch has just the right amount of sweetness and is loved by grown ups and littles so it's perfect for any party. The combination is crisp, refreshing, and super enjoyable.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes

Ingredients 

Servings: 10 cups
  • 3 cups Dole Canned Pineapple Juice, Chilled
  • 3 cups Cranberry Juice Cocktail, Chilled
  • 4 cups Ginger Ale, Chilled
  • 1/2 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
  • 1/2 lime, thinly sliced
  • ice

Instructions

  • In a large pitcher or punch bowl, stir together: 3 cups pineapple juice, 3 cups cranberry juice and 4 cups ginger ale.
  • Add cranberries, sliced lime and ice. Stir gently to combine and serve to your favorite people.

Notes

The lime and cranberries give this punch an extra punch. Don't skip them!

Nutrition Per Serving

148kcal Calories37g Carbs16mg Sodium106mg Potassium33g Sugar5IU Vitamin A40.8mg Vitamin C18mg Calcium0.7mg Iron
Nutrition Facts
Cranberry Pineapple Punch
Amount per Serving
Calories
148
% Daily Value*
Sodium
 
16
mg
1
%
Potassium
 
106
mg
3
%
Carbohydrates
 
37
g
12
%
Sugar
 
33
g
37
%
Vitamin A
 
5
IU
0
%
Vitamin C
 
40.8
mg
49
%
Calcium
 
18
mg
2
%
Iron
 
0.7
mg
4
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Cranberry Pineapple Punch
Skill Level: Easy
Cost to Make: $
Calories: 148
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This Cranberry Pineapple Punch is crisp refreshing and loved by adults and kids. Perfect Christmas Holiday Punch! And it’s totally easy; just add and stir! | natashaskitchen.comThis Cranberry Pineapple Punch is crisp refreshing and loved by adults and kids. Perfect Christmas Holiday Punch! And it’s totally easy; just add and stir! | natashaskitchen.com

I hope this punch makes your holidays more merry and bright! If you make it for your next party let me know :).

This Cranberry Pineapple Holiday Punch is crisp refreshing and loved by adults and kids. Perfect Christmas Punch! And it’s totally easy; like add and stir!

Natasha Kravchuk

Welcome to my kitchen! I am Natasha, the creator behind Natasha's Kitchen (established in 2009), and I share family-friendly, authentic recipes. I am a New York Times Best-Selling cookbook author and a trusted video personality in the culinary world. My husband, Vadim, and I run this blog together, ensuring every recipe we share is thoroughly tested and approved. Our mission is to provide you with delicious, reliable recipes you can count on. Thanks for stopping by! I am so happy you are here.

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  • Dawn
    December 23, 2018

    has anyone made with Ginger Beer?

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    • Sherry Brand
      November 26, 2019

      Love your recipes! Where did you get that pitcher for the punch?

      Sherry

      Reply

  • Gay Grice
    September 16, 2018

    How do you keep it cold?

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    • Natashas Kitchen
      September 16, 2018

      We keep all of the ingredients chilled in the refrigerator until we are ready to make this, that makes it really cold to start with. If needed we add ice cubes to it.

      Reply

    • Betty
      November 4, 2019

      I froze the pineapple juice in a round fluted ring Tupperware mold. It kept the punch cold without diluting it with ice. Plus it made a pretty ring in the punch bowl along with the cranberries and lime slices.

      Reply

      • Amanda
        November 27, 2019

        LOVE this idea!!! Been wondering what to do with mine!

        Reply

  • Galina
    January 8, 2018

    Hi Natasha, congrats on making the Forbes list. Well deserved!!! I’ve been a huge fan of your blog. Every recipe I’ve made turned out amazing and even my picky kids love the food. I have a question about this recipe. Can I add alcohol to this and if so, what kind? Also, can you recommend some recipes to use for a bridal shower?

    Thanks again for your hard work and creativity.

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    • Natasha
      natashaskitchen
      January 8, 2018

      Hi Galina! Thank you thank you!! 🙂 We are so excited about that and truly thankful. I’m so glad your family and kids love our recipes. That makes me so happy. 🙂 I haven’t tried adding alcohol but one of my readers wrote in with the following: “Some of the adults added Limoncello (alcohol) to their glasses.”

      Reply

  • Crystal Klein
    December 31, 2017

    You do know that there is no such thing as GMO pineapple, right?

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    • Natasha
      natashaskitchen
      January 1, 2018

      Ha ha! I didn’t realize but that makes sense! I guess it makes people feel better to write that on the can ;).

      Reply

  • Jenny
    December 31, 2017

    Made this for our annual Canadian Pacific Holiday Train party and it was a HUGE hit! Everyone wanted the recipe. Thanks for sharing! Can’t wait to make again! 🙂

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    • Natasha
      natashaskitchen
      January 1, 2018

      Hi Jenny, thank you for the wonderful review and you are very welcome 😬.

      Reply

  • Cee
    December 24, 2017

    I made this for our annual solstice party last week – thank goodness I tripled the amount as it was a huge hit with children and adults! I mixed up everything but the ginger ale the morning of the party (in a big stock pot), and added the ginger ale right before I put it in the drink dispenser.

    Some of the adults added Limoncello (alcohol) to their glasses.

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    • Natasha
      natashaskitchen
      December 24, 2017

      I’m so glad you all loved it! I’m all smiles reading your comment! Have a Merry Christmas 🙂

      Reply

  • beth
    November 25, 2017

    did you mean possible to add rum OR vodka? Someone stated adding rum AND vodka….it may work , I just want to clarify before adding both.

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    • Natasha
      natashaskitchen
      November 25, 2017

      Hi Beth, we always serve it virgin since we don’t drink alcohol, so my opinion would only be a terrible guess.
      Has anyone else tried? Let us know and thanks in advance! 🙂

      Reply

    • Patty
      December 24, 2017

      We had this for brunch today and everyone loved it. I had proseco on hand for those who wanted to add it to the punch and it was very, very good.

      Reply

  • Kay Padreganda
    November 23, 2017

    Thanks for this recipe! We love it!

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    • Natasha's Kitchen
      November 24, 2017

      My pleasure Kay! I’m happy to hear that!

      Reply

  • Dipanshu Roy
    September 11, 2017

    it is really nyc, saw something new, love from India.

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    • Natasha's Kitchen
      September 11, 2017

      Thanks for following!

      Reply

  • David Shipley
    May 1, 2017

    Have you ever spiked this punch? If so with what and how much?

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    • Natasha
      natashaskitchen
      May 1, 2017

      Hi David, I don’t drink alcohol so I haven’t experimented but one of my readers, Martha, writes: “You can make this a great crispy night drink by adding a little vodka and rum.
      Yummy”

      Reply

    • Amy P.
      November 20, 2017

      We added it to champagne and made punch mimosas, it was delicious!!

      Reply

      • Betsy
        December 15, 2017

        Did you sub the champagne for the ginger Ale? Or did you use both?

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  • Holly
    February 17, 2017

    This looks great! Can you add wine to this and make it an adult beverage?

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    • Natasha
      natashaskitchen
      February 17, 2017

      Hi Holly, I haven’t experimented that way since we don’t drink alcohol. If you experiment, let me know how you like it! 🙂

      Reply

  • Mary
    December 31, 2016

    Fantastic! We are enjoying it right now on New Years Eve. Everyone loves it.

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    • Natasha's Kitchen
      January 2, 2017

      So happy you enjoy it Mary!!

      Reply

  • London
    December 24, 2016

    Hi I am wanting to make this for christmas lunch and wondered if i could put the cranberry and pineapple together in a freezer bags and then take them out a bit before making and then add the gingerale to make it a slushy punch?

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    • Natasha
      natashaskitchen
      December 24, 2016

      I have not tried it that way but it sounds like it could work. Let me know how it turns out!

      Reply

  • Letha Patterson
    December 23, 2016

    Can I omit the Limes and cranberries, or c an I sub lemon for limes or oranges for that matter

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    • Natasha
      natashaskitchen
      December 23, 2016

      Letha, feel free to omit and substitute those ingredients, punch should still taste great. Let me know what you end up doing.

      Reply

  • anonymous
    December 21, 2016

    There is o such thing as a GMO pineapple (unless it’s pink – apparently that’s a thing). But labelling plain old pineapple or pineapple juice GMO free is a marketing ploy……

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    • anonymous
      December 21, 2016

      *no such thing. lol

      Reply

    • Natasha
      natashaskitchen
      December 21, 2016

      Wow I’ve never heard of pink pineapple, but I’d probably steer clear of that! 😉

      Reply

  • Robin
    December 20, 2016

    What a easy & fun festive idea. I am going to make this for Christmas Eve. Can’t wait! Thanks!!

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    • Natasha's Kitchen
      December 20, 2016

      It’s my most popular beverage to date, ENJOY!

      Reply

  • Angela
    December 18, 2016

    Hi I want to make this for a Christmas lunch I will be hosting. Unfortunately I can’t find the cranberries and although they are just garnish wonder if I can use something else. Maybe some raspberries?

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    • Natasha
      natashaskitchen
      December 19, 2016

      Hi Angela, yes I do think raspberries would be very pretty over the top. If it helps, you can use fresh or frozen cranberries.

      Reply

  • Stefani
    December 17, 2016

    Do you know roughly how many servings this recipe makes? I need to make enough for 20 people. 0_0

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    • Natasha
      natashaskitchen
      December 17, 2016

      Hi Stefani, this makes 10 cups of punch so if you think each person will want more than 1 cup, you might consider getting triple the ingredients. I would make a double batch and have ingredients for a third batch to mix and use if needed 🙂

      Reply

  • Jess
    December 16, 2016

    I’m going to be making this for my guests this weekend, and was wondering how far in advance you can mix it all together? Also, how long will the leftovers keep being stored in the refrigerator?

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    • Natasha
      natashaskitchen
      December 16, 2016

      Jess, I would add Ginger Ale right before serving and the rest can be prepared a day before. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for few days but the drink won’t be fizzy anymore. Hope this help 😀

      Reply

  • Galaxy
    December 10, 2016

    What would be a good substitute for the cranberry juice? Can’t use it due to medications.

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    • Natasha
      natashaskitchen
      December 10, 2016

      Galaxy, I would use fruit punch or berry juice might work.

      Reply

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