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Halloween Witch Punch Recipe

4.8 from 118 reviews

Halloween Witch Punch is a festive, fruity, and spooky beverage perfect for Halloween parties. This colorful punch combines pineapple juice, citrus concentrates, cranberry juice, lemon-lime soda, and ginger ale, with optional vodka and rum for an adult twist. Garnished with gummy worms and plastic spiders, and optionally enhanced with dry ice for a foggy effect, this punch will delight guests of all ages.

Ingredients

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Juices & Concentrates

  • 1 (46-ounce) can pineapple juice
  • 1 (12-ounce) can frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
  • 1 (12-ounce) can frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 (16-ounce) bottle cranberry juice

Sodas & Mixers

  • 1 (2-liter) bottle lemon-lime soda
  • 2 cups ginger ale

Alcohol (Optional)

  • 1 cup vodka
  • 1 cup dark rum

Garnishes & Extras

  • Dry ice (optional, for a spooky effect, handle with gloves)
  • Gummy worms
  • Plastic spiders
  • Ice

Instructions

  1. Gather Ingredients: Collect all ingredients and allow them to come to room temperature, except for the ice which should remain chilled.
  2. Pour Pineapple Juice: In a large punch bowl, pour in the entire 46-ounce can of pineapple juice as the base of the punch.
  3. Add Orange Juice Concentrate: Add the thawed 12-ounce can of frozen orange juice concentrate and gently stir to combine smoothly without creating too much foam.
  4. Add Lemonade Concentrate: Incorporate the thawed lemonade concentrate into the punch, stirring again to blend all citrus flavors together evenly.
  5. Mix Water and Cranberry Juice: Add one cup of water followed by the full 16-ounce bottle of cranberry juice. Stir well for about a minute to ensure all liquids are thoroughly mixed.
  6. Add Lemon-Lime Soda and Ginger Ale: Slowly pour in the lemon-lime soda, stirring gently as you go to minimize fizzing and prevent overflow. Follow with the ginger ale, stirring gently after.
  7. Add Alcohol (Optional): If desired, slowly add the vodka and dark rum to the punch, stirring gently to evenly incorporate the spirits without losing carbonation.
  8. Chill the Punch: Cover the punch bowl with a lid or plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, but preferably overnight, to allow flavors to meld and chill thoroughly.
  9. Add Ice Before Serving: Just before serving, add plenty of ice cubes to keep the punch cold and refreshing throughout the party.
  10. Garnish: Decorate the punch with gummy worms and plastic spiders to enhance the Halloween theme and create a creepy-fun look.
  11. Add Dry Ice for Spooky Effect (Optional): If using dry ice, wear gloves to safely add pellets to the punch bowl in a well-ventilated area. Allow the fog effect to settle for 10-15 minutes before serving. Remove dry ice before guests drink.

Notes

  • Dry ice should be handled with care using gloves and never ingested.
  • Alcohol is optional, so the punch can be enjoyed by kids and adults alike.
  • To reduce fizz overflow, add carbonated drinks slowly while stirring gently.
  • For a non-alcoholic version, simply omit vodka and rum.
  • Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less cranberry juice or soda as desired.
  • Ensure all concentrates are fully thawed to prevent clumping in the punch.

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