Cranberry Apple Ginger Punch

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-13 · Updated 2026-05-13

A tangy and spicy punch blending cranberry and apple juices with fresh ginger for a vibrant, crowd-pleasing drink. This recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, brings together cranberry juice, apple juice, ginger ale for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 130 calories and feeds 8, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 3 cups cranberry juice
• 2 cups apple juice
• 2 cups ginger ale
• 1 inch piece fresh ginger root
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1 cup apple slices
• 1/2 cup fresh cranberries
• 3 cups ice cubes

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Peel and thinly slice 1 inch of fresh ginger root and add it to a large punch bowl along with 3 cups of cranberry juice and 2 cups of apple juice. Stir gently to release the ginger flavor.
2. Step 2: Add 1/4 cup of fresh lemon juice to brighten the flavors, then pour in 2 cups of chilled ginger ale for a spicy effervescence.
3. Step 3: Add 3 cups of ice cubes to chill the punch thoroughly without watering it down too fast.
4. Step 4: Float 1 cup of thinly sliced apples and 1/2 cup of fresh cranberries on top for festive color and texture.
5. Step 5: Let the punch sit for 5 minutes to allow the ginger to infuse slightly before serving chilled in glasses with some fruit garnish.