Southern-Style Non-Alcoholic Peach and Ginger Punch

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-22 · Updated 2026-05-22

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A sweet and spicy Southern-inspired punch featuring fresh peach nectar and a zing of ginger, perfect for family gatherings. This Southern-inspired recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, brings together peach nectar, ginger ale, fresh lemon juice 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 8 Southern cuisine 130 cal/serving

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Ingredients

3 cups peach nectar
2 cups ginger ale
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
2 tbsp honey
1-inch piece fresh ginger root, peeled and sliced
1 cup fresh peach slices
as needed crushed ice
for garnish mint sprigs

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Instructions

Step 1: In a small saucepan, combine 1-inch peeled and sliced fresh ginger root with 1 cup peach nectar and 2 tablespoons honey. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat and cook for 5 minutes until fragrant and honey dissolves. Remove from heat and let cool.
Step 2: Strain the ginger-infused nectar mixture into a large punch bowl. Stir in remaining 2 cups peach nectar, 2 cups chilled ginger ale, and 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice for brightness.
Step 3: Add 1 cup fresh peach slices and plenty of crushed ice to the bowl to chill the punch thoroughly.
Step 4: Garnish with fresh mint sprigs before serving to add a refreshing aroma and visual contrast.