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When life gives you lemons, make green punch! It's the perfect party starter, with a fizzy personality to keep the conversations flowing.

Green Punch - CDKitchen.com

serves/makes:
  
ready in:
  1-2 hrs

ingredients

2 boxes (4 serving size) lime gelatin powder
1 pint hot water
2 cups sugar
8 cups cold water
1 cup fresh lemon juice
1 can (46 ounce size) pineapple juice
2 bottles (2 liter size) chilled ginger ale

directions

Combine the gelatin powder, hot water, and sugar in a large pitcher or punch bowl. Mix until the sugar dissolves.

Add the cold water, lemon juice, and pineapple juice. Mix well then refrigerate until well chilled, at least one hour.

When ready to serve, stir the ginger ale into the green punch.

recipe tips


For a festive look, add scoops of lime sherbet into the punch right before serving.

Garnish the punch with slices of lime or lemon for an extra touch of elegance.

If serving at a party, consider doubling the recipe to make sure there's enough for all guests.

To prevent diluting the punch, use an ice ring made from the punch itself instead of plain water.

For a bubbly punch without the ginger ale, use sparkling water or club soda as a substitute.

If you want to add a decorative touch, freeze edible flowers or small pieces of fruit in ice cubes and add them to the punch bowl.

Always stir the punch gently after adding the ginger ale to keep as much carbonation as possible.

common recipe questions


Can I use a sugar substitute in this recipe?

Yes, you can use a sugar substitute like stevia or erythritol, but you'll need to adjust the quantity based on the sweetness level of the substitute.

Is there an alternative to lime gelatin for a different flavor?

You can use any flavor of gelatin you prefer. Lemon or orange gelatin would work well for a citrus punch.

Why do I need to dissolve the gelatin in hot water?

Hot water helps the gelatin and sugar dissolve completely.

Can I make this punch ahead of time?

Yes, you can mix all ingredients except the ginger ale and keep it chilled for up to 3 days. Add the ginger ale just before serving to maintain its fizz.

How should I serve the punch?

Serve the punch in a large bowl with a ladle for easy serving, and consider adding ice or an ice ring to keep it cold.

Can I add alcohol to this punch for an adult version?

Yes, a splash of vodka or rum would complement the flavors well. Add it just before serving.

How can I reduce the calorie count in this punch?

Use a sugar substitute and a diet or zero-calorie ginger ale.

Can I freeze this punch?

Yes, you can freeze it without the ginger ale. Use it as a base for slushies or thaw it in the fridge before serving.


nutrition data

142 calories, 0 grams fat, 36 grams carbohydrates, 1 grams protein per serving. This recipe is low in sodium. This recipe is low in fat.
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