The pot lid rattles and you know dinner is almost ready. That little sound means the broth depth is just right and the whole house starts smelling like those cozy holiday vibes. You feel this warm buzz knowing your hard work is about to pay off with some dang delicious food.

Non-alcoholic Christmas punch in a glass with garnish — A refreshing non-alcoholic Christmas punch ready to enjoy.

Maybe you peek a little, watching the valve hiss slow down as the pressure build finishes its job. You start to recall last years disaster when you rushed and ended up with tough meat. Not this time, you say to yourself. This time youre chilling and letting it do its thing with natural release.

Its funny how something as simple as a pot could bring so much joy. You notice all the little flavors mixing together while you wait. And when you finally get that tender pull, man, the wait feels worth every second.

What Makes Pressure Cooking Win Every Round

Speedy cooking means you get to eat sooner, not waiting all day for tasty meals.
Broth depth gets locked in tight, making everything more flavorful and juicy.
Less cleanup since you cook everything in one pot, you gotta love that.
Pressure build helps break down tough cuts making it tender pull city on your plate.
Natural release keeps food juicy and not all dried out, which happens when you rush.

All the Pieces for This Meal

Alright, heres what youll need for this Christmas Punch that rocks any party. First off, grab one orange sliced up right with some extra for pretty garnish.

Then, you want about a cup of cranberries plus extra, and a half cup of those jewel-like pomegranate seeds. They add some awesome color and pop.

Next, get your juices ready: two cups cranberry juice, two cups orange juice, and one cup pomegranate juice. I recommend Ocean Spray and POM because they work real good.

Dont forget two cups of lemon-lime soda to give that punch a fun fizzy twist. If youre feelin fancy, scoop in one cup of white rum for that boozy kick, or leave it out if youre keeping it family-friendly.

And of course, ice to chill it just right plus fresh rosemary sprigs for that holiday flair when you serve it.

How It All Comes Together Step by Step

Step one, grab a big pitcher or punch bowl and pour in cranberry juice, orange juice, and pomegranate juice. Stir it up a little so flavors start to mix.

Step two, gently add your lemon-lime soda along with the white rum if youre using it. Be careful not to stir too hard or youll lose the fizz you wanna keep.

Step three, dump in a handful of ice, then toss in those pretty orange slices, cranberries, and pomegranate seeds. Its starting to look like a party in that bowl!

Step four, pluck some fresh rosemary sprigs and tuck them right into the punch for a festive touch. It smells real nice.

Step five, give it one last gentle stir just to wake everything up but dont overdo it.

Step six, now the best part, serve it up! Pour into glasses filled with ice if you want it extra cold.

Step seven, watch your friends faces light up when they try it. Youll see that tender pull of flavors working real good.

Step eight, remember to sip slow so you soak it all in. This punch wont last long!

Colorful punch bowl with fresh fruits and rosemary garnish — Mixing the vibrant punch ingredients in the festive bowl.

Valve Hacks You Need to Know

If youre in a rush, do a quick release but be careful with hot steam and valve hiss that can sneak up on ya.
For better broth depth, try natural release most times and let the pressure come down on its own to keep juices locked in.
When adding ingredients during cooking, open the valve a bit to reduce pressure safely before you mix things up.

Your First Taste After the Wait

That first sip hits you with tangy cranberry and bright orange notes dancing on your tongue. You feel the fresh zing right away which wakes up your whole face.

The pomegranate seeds give little bursts that surprise you with every bite, mixing with the fizzy lemon-lime soda and if you added rum, a warming hug that sneaks up slow.

You notice the rosemary sprigs add just a hint of piney scent that ties it all together like a cozy holiday quilt.

Keeping Leftovers Fresh and Ready

If you got some punch left, throw it in a sealed container and keep it in the fridge. Itll stay fresh for a couple days but the fizz might mellow out a bit.

Another trick is to keep the soda separate and mix right before serving again. That way your punch wont go flat too soon.

When you want some ice later, freeze fruit slices in water to keep things tasty without watering down your punch.

Glass of Christmas punch with ice and rosemary garnish — Serve in glasses with ice and rosemary for a festive touch.

Your Most Asked Questions Answered

Can I make this punch without alcohol? Yep, just skip the rum and its just as tasty and refreshing for the kids or anyone avoiding booze.
What soda works best in this recipe? Lemon-lime soda like Sprite, 7Up, or the new Starry work real good for that perfect combo of sweet and tangy fizz.
Can I prepare the juice mix ahead of time? For sure, you can mix the cranberry, orange, and pomegranate juices the day before and just add soda and ice when ready to serve.
How much ice should I add? It depends on how cold you wanna punch. I usually add a couple handfuls to keep it chill but not watered down fast.
Is fresh rosemary necessary? Its not a deal breaker but it adds a nice aroma and festive look that makes it feel special and extra dang tasty.
Can I use frozen fruit? Yep, frozen cranberries and pomegranate seeds work fine especially if you want to keep things cold longer without watering down your punch.

Christmas Punch (Alcoholic or Not) and More Holiday Treats You Gonna Love

This festive and refreshing Christmas Punch is packed with bright holiday flavors like cranberry, orange, and pomegranate. Serve it with or without alcohol for a crowd-pleasing party drink everyone will love.

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Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Cuisine Mediterranean

Servings 8 cups

Calories 189 kcal

Ingredients

Main ingredients

1 orange sliced, plus more for garnish
1 cup cranberries plus more for garnish
0.5 cup pomegranate seeds
2 cups cranberry juice Ocean Spray recommended
2 cups orange juice Simply, Natalie’s, or Uncle Matt’s recommended
1 cup pomegranate juice POM brand recommended
2 cups lemon-lime soda Starry, Sprite, or 7Up recommended
1 cup white rum optional
ice
fresh rosemary sprigs for garnish

Instructions

Grab a big pitcher or punch bowl and pour in cranberry juice, orange juice, and pomegranate juice. Stir to mix.
Add lemon-lime soda and white rum if using. Stir gently to preserve fizz.
Add ice, orange slices, cranberries, and pomegranate seeds.
Garnish with fresh rosemary sprigs for festive aroma.
Serve in glasses over ice. Enjoy immediately.

Notes

Chill all ingredients ahead of time for the best punch. Add soda and ice just before serving to preserve fizz. Alcohol is optional and can be added per guest. You can substitute lemon-lime soda with ginger ale and add lemon or lime slices if preferred.