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Greg DuPree; Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn
Sometimes, the key to throwing an exceptional Southern party is simple: Create a delicious punch that guests will love. This formula works for parties of all occasions, from baby showers to bridal brunches, birthday parties, and beyond.
No matter the event you're hosting, we collected our most refreshing non-alcoholic punch recipes that serve as the ultimate festive sippers. From zesty and fruity drinks like Cherry Limeade to festive and spiced punches like our Mulled Cranberry version, we've have all the non-alcoholic punches you'll ever need on this list. These drinks are so easy to make that even the busiest host can become a skilled mixologist. Believe us when we say that these flavorful mocktails taste even better than their alcoholic cocktail counterparts and are far more refreshing.
Half of the beauty of these punches are in the presentation—so break out your cocktail coupes and vintage punch bowls that Granny gifted you and get to mixing.
Peach Lemonade
![Southern Living Peach Lemonade in a glass to serve with ice and a peach slice](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/sAY6kyuR_LekpIqa26S9SB6N9MY=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/Peach_Lemonade_003-c75468de9a264e279217a1111dd86600.jpg)
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
This three-ingredient peach lemonade is made for summer. From backyard barbecues to poolside sipping the sweet and fruity drink made with homemade syrup from in-season peaches will become your new go-to.
Blackberry-Lime Porch Punch
![Southern Living Blackberry-Lime Porch Punch in glasses to serve](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/dsxby7N0pICMHth_vvCaeG7HciU=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/27496_MkitEasy_54-38cd3915b2e945e49be4faafaa270bfb.jpg)
Greg Dupree; Prop Stylist: Christine Keely; Food Stylist: Melissa Gray
You can't go wrong with this refreshing combination of blackberry, non-alcoholic ginger beer, lime juice, and sweet tea. Party prep ahead of time by making the blackberry juice a day in advance and storing it in the fridge until you're ready to mix up the punch.
Rainbow Sherbet Punch
![Southern Living Rainbow Sherbet Punch in a punch bowl with a couple of glasses beside](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/BXMjYytAG8gXoN8q1T4bvXbojUc=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/Southern-Living-Rainbow_Sherbet_Punch_009-f3f09c7b4b32497da88f189a58af8b5d.jpg)
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
If you thought sherbet punch couldn't get more colorful and delicious, think again. This citrusy, flavor-packed punch with add a special touch to any party.
Tennessee Fruit Tea
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Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
This porch refreshment is as simple as mixing together two store-bought jugs—sweet tea and pineapple-orange juice. It can be made up to two days in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
Party Punch
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Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Margaret Dickey
This recipe is a favorite during the holidays thanks to its rich color and cranberry flavor. For an extra festive touch, thinly slice oranges and strawberries and float them around the punch.
Non-Alcoholic Margarita Mocktail
![Southern Living Non-Alcoholic Margarita in glasses to serve](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/_GCc7vjmVytU7PSRX_JR0-Vt0ec=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/Non-Alcoholic-Margarita-Beauty-489-9be6e51d01484f64bbd57242ddce7887.jpg)
Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Prissy Montiel
Craving a margarita, but want an alcohol-free version? This recipe gives you all the classic flavors thanks to fresh-squeeze lime and orange juice, limeade, and Topo Chico.
Cherry Limeade
![Southern Living Cherry Limeade in glasses to serve](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/3c50gzljTAREUGRZi01v4EO2mhQ=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/cherry-limeade_batch65_beauty-261-62dba235c46b4f3798b30efe26037c08.jpg)
Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel
This easy-to-make summertime treat is sure to be a crowd-pleaser at your next picnic or pool party.
Watermelon-Basil Sweet Tea
![Southern Living Watermelon-Basil Sweet Tea in a pitcher to serve with other drinks beside](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/KeCJKnGWSNBdj1sG2CgfSjXlgjU=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/watermelon-sweet-tea-27495_IK_drinks_212_edit_preview-e910a8594b7746b3b8da28229558882a.jpg)
Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster
Switch up your go-to sweet tea with this summer-inspired herb and watermelon version. Be sure to cover and chill the punch for at least one hour before serving.
Ginger-Orange Mocktails
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You're just three ingredients away from this refreshing drink that's perfect for brunch, showers, or Saturday morning breakfast.
Strawberry Lemonade
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Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
We transformed classic lemonade into the ultimate berry-bursting thirst-quencher. Top with fresh fruit for a tasty and beautiful garnish.
Ambrosia Party Punch
![Southern Living Ambrosia Party Punch in the punch bowl to serve](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/pT_F8vQabRNnfV156qBjpzJTAd0=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/27650_HTHLAS_food_028a-74b09a2af12e447286ef77552abc1cc4.jpg)
Greg Dupree; Food Stylist: Micah Morton; Prop Stylist: Ginny Branch
This recipe may be simple—it's only five ingredients—but trust us: The flavors come together to pack a punch, pun intended.
Rosemary-and-Ginger Mule
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If you like a Moscow Mule, then you'll love this non-alcoholic version made with rosemary and ginger that gives you all the same delicious flavors. Serve it in a copper mug and garnish with extra sprigs of rosemary and lime wheels.
Shirley Temple
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Fred Hardy II; Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn; Prop Stylist: Caleb Clarke
The nostalgic combination of grenadine, lime juice, maraschino cherries, and lemon-lime soda will always be a fan favorite for kids and adults who are kids at heart.
Easter Brunch Punch
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Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
This picture-worthy punch is pretty enough to be a table centerpiece. Homemade simple syrup with rhubarb gives it a sweet-tangy flavor and pink hue.
4th of July Firecracker Punch
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Ivy Odom's grown-up version of her favorite childhood summer drink, Kool-Aid Blue Raspberry Lemonade, still has the unique sweet-tart flavor without the artificial dyes or flavors. Kids and adults alike will be reaching for a second glass.
Shoo-Fly Punch
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Ginger beer packs this punch with a fun fizz and pop of spice. Again, this recipe can be made with booze but it's just as tasty without it.
Orange Sherbet Punch
![Orange Sherbet Punch in the bowl to serve](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/M_70XUHNGWvtsmFAww5opxIBOVE=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/Orange-Sherbert-Punch-Audit-7884-10810-fa22ac4734b74a49880bd7299cf7fdec.jpg)
Stacy K. Allen, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle
If the photo alone doesn't sell you on making this punch, just take a peek at the recipe. This pretty punch is made with orange and lime sherbet, plus cranberry juice, ginger ale, and pineapple juice. Yum!
Classic Sweet Tea
![Southern Living Classic Sweet Tea in glasses to serve](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/tOGYMlj3s3MsLRq8n7UWjlPtrnQ=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/Classic-Sweet-Tea_beauty_Audit7727-31-dede1b4842064f9e9d9d9be0d3cea627.jpg)
Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley
Everyone knows a true Southern gathering is not complete without a pitcher of homemade sweet tea.
Sparkling Punch
![Wedding Shower Recipe Ideas: Sparkling Punch](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/VdVmT3wDom9sA_l3dW2kBiDpndg=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/fo_761f9392dfa1b7c1_spcms-2000-8c9df32347854379b110d212f670f242.jpg)
With a fruity taste and a sparkling finish, you can't go wrong serving this pretty pink punch.
4th of July Punch
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This is our go-to zesty punch for summertime gatherings. The watermelon-based punch gets an extra hint of sweetness from pineapple juice while freshly grated ginger adds depth.
Lemon Mint Sparklers
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This easy and elegant lemon mocktail comes together with just four ingredients.
Easter Punch
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Greg DuPree; Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn
Loaded with berries and citrus, this fruit-adorned punch is definitely a winner in our book. Even though it's called Easter Punch, a glass of this strawberry lemonade and grapefruit refreshment is worthy of any celebration. Just swap the sparkling rosé for sparkling water.
Minty Lemonade Iced Tea
![Lemonade Iced Tea](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/NriCHCP55qyfD8J6XaT4Qg2vfqs=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/fo_2841aa544d1bfddd_spcms_1-2000-78116151e66a45028c0409534dfa1893.jpg)
Iced tea and lemonade go together like shrimp and grits. The result is simply the most refreshing beverage ever.
Sparkling Cherry Limeade
![Sparkling Cherry Limeade](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/gyi2yxwYrxSRPzgFmoPoBMMIkBQ=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/2099401_hospi_-4680_0_1_0-2000-92d6b430c93d46dba8b6446f96fd1458-0a16aa8ffab748f3a20bf42410020e15.jpg)
Iain Bagwell; Prop Styling: Annette Joseph; Food Styling: Cynthia Groseclose
This margarita-like, party-worthy punch is made with limeade, sparkling water, maraschino cherry juice, margarita salt, and limes.
Nana's Lime Sherbet Punch
![Lime Sherbet Punch](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/LMjEEmZVVAW29ja6_6XP4lnAVKo=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/27310_BJ_Kane-Brown_Sherbet-Punch_38_4x3-2000-0644f6f1bdff4cea9c241dd8380529b9.jpg)
This three-ingredient punch was a favorite growing up for country music singer Kane Brown, whose grandmother would serve it. All you need is lime sherbet and ginger ale.
Cranberry-Apple Cider
![Big-Batch Mulled Cider](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/mZFgPj9wtYSAgaMSgqZSjTbYyyY=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/2629101_Hallo_21711-2000-476e7930290f4eb2889c68664ac65f98.jpg)
When preparing to host, it's always nice to have something you can make ahead of time which is one of the many reasons we love this cider that can be kept in the fridge for three days before serving.
Vanilla-Rosemary Lemonade
![Vanilla-Rosemary Lemonade](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/OG-r_L7vbkSqUbpHIC6MDZwRkzs=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/2024801_the12009_sdw-2000-c58529477477461189937113393463ea.jpg)
While three cups of freshly squeeze lemon juice might feel like a lot of added work, it's well worth it. Vanilla bean and rosemary add the just-right amount of flavor to the citrusy beverage.
Non-Alcoholic Eggnog
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Stacy Allen, Prop Stylist: Caleb Clarke, Food Stylist: Jen Riley
Don't miss a beat around the holidays thanks to this non-alcoholic egg nog. Not only is it made without a spirit, but also eggs as we turned to vanilla ice cream for its creaminess.