Halloween parties call for festive, spooky drinks, and nothing sets the scene quite like a bubbling bowl of Vampire Blood Punch. With its eerie red color, foamy sherbet topping, and creepy edible garnishes, this punch is a showstopper that’s as fun to look at as it is to sip. It’s a kid-friendly recipe that can be made in minutes, making it perfect for both last-minute party prep and carefully planned gatherings.
The base of this punch is a blend of cranberry juice and lemon-lime soda, which creates a refreshing mix of sweet and tart flavors. Raspberry sherbet not only adds a rich fruity taste but also creates a frothy “bloody” effect on top, enhancing the spooky presentation. The best part is how easily the punch can be dressed up with playful garnishes that fit the Halloween theme.
Frozen grapes peeled to resemble eyeballs add just the right amount of creepy charm. Meanwhile, gummy fangs floating in the punch or perched on glass rims provide a fun, interactive element that kids and adults alike will love. The punch looks festive, but it’s still light, fruity, and perfectly balanced.
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This recipe is easy to scale up or down depending on the size of your party. It’s also adaptable if you’d like to create a grown-up version with a splash of vodka or rum. No matter how you serve it, this Vampire Blood Punch is guaranteed to be the highlight of your Halloween spread.
Servings: 10
Prep time: 10 minutes
Total time: 10 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 (64-ounce) bottle cranberry juice, chilled
- 1 (2-liter) bottle lemon-lime soda, chilled
- 1 quart raspberry sherbet
- 1 cup red grapes, peeled (for “eyeballs”)
- 1 package gummy fangs (or gummy teeth candy)
Instructions:
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