Grinch Punch Recipe With Sherbet – Easy Green Christmas Drink for Kids

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If you’re looking for a drink that instantly brings Christmas cheer, look no further than this Grinch Punch! As a kid who grew up with the options for the Grinch being either the original 1966 version or the Jim Carrey version when it came out (which lowkey terrified me??), I did not understand the appeal of all this grinch stuff until I had my own kids. Dare I say, that adorable 2018 remake has changed my heart toward the whole thing. I am now fully onboard with the Grinch and love sitting down to watch it (multiple times) every holiday season. And so of course, what better to enjoy the season with than Grinch themed treats! Especially this Grinch Punch. With its bright green color and sweet, fizzy flavor, it’s perfect for family parties, classroom celebrations, or movie nights watching How the Grinch Stole Christmas.

This easy punch uses just three simple ingredients — lime sherbet, green Hawaiian Punch, and Sprite — to create that signature Grinch green color. The result is a creamy, fruity, and bubbly drink that both kids and adults can enjoy! It is SO simple to put together, you’ll be celebrating with it all season and look like the parent who really has things *together* because you’ve managed to pull together a themed drink!

How to Make Grinch Punch

Ingredients

For the Punch:
  • 1/2 gallon lime sherbet
  • 1 (1 liter) bottle Sprite or lemon-lime soda, chilled
  • 1 (1 gallon) bottle green Hawaiian Punch, chilled
Optional Garnishes:
  • Red sanding sugar for glass rims
  • Red heart sprinkles or maraschino cherries
  • Sliced limes

Instructions

  1. Prep the glasses: If you’d like, rim each glass with red sanding sugar for a festive Grinch touch.
  2. Combine the liquids: In a large punch bowl or drink dispenser, pour in the chilled Hawaiian Punch and Sprite. Stir gently to mix.
  3. Add the sherbet: Scoop lime sherbet into the punch bowl. It will fizz and foam slightly — that’s part of the fun!
  4. Serve immediately: Ladle into Grinch-themed cups and top with a small heart sprinkle or a cherry “Grinch heart.”

Fun Grinch-Themed Pairings

If you’re serving Grinch Punch at a holiday gathering, it pairs perfectly with other whimsical Grinch inspired treats. Try one (or all!) of these ideas:

  • Grinch Rice Krispie Treats: Add green food coloring and a single red candy heart to each square.
  • Grinch Popcorn: Mix green candy melts over popcorn and toss in red M&Ms.
  • Grinch Cookies: Use sugar cookie dough dyed green, then decorate with red icing hearts. (Pretty sure you can also buy grinch cookies in a Pillsbury form)
  • Grinch Fruit Kabobs: Alternate green grapes and strawberries on skewers for a simple themed snack.
  • Grinch Cupcakes: Green tinted cupcakes with red heart sprinkles or mini Santa hats.

These treats look adorable on a dessert table alongside your punch and help create a whole Grinch vibe.

Festive Serving Ideas

Take your Grinch Punch up a notch with a whole Grinch theme to the beverage!

  • DIY Grinch Cups: Use clear plastic cups and draw a Grinch face with a permanent marker. Add a red paper heart to each cup for extra charm.
  • Punch Bowl Upgrade: Add a frozen ring of lime slices and maraschino cherries to float in the punch.
  • Grinch Glasses: Look for themed glassware on Amazon, Etsy, or Target — many have cute Grinch faces printed on them! These cups are super cute! Or try this super simple punch dispenser!

You can even set up a Grinch Drink Station with labeled jars of “Grinch hearts” (cherries), “Who Snow” (marshmallows), and “Whoville Bubbles” (red and green jello jigglers!) for a fun DIY touch kids will love.

Make It Ahead

While this punch is best served right after mixing (so it keeps its fizz and foam), you can prepare things a bit ahead of time by chilling the Sprite and Hawaiian Punch in advance. Scoop in the sherbet just before serving for the perfect bubbly effect. It goes together so quick, and is a super kid friendly activity – they’ll love to help pour the punch and Sprite and watch the bubbling happen!

This Grinch Punch is one of those holiday recipes that instantly makes everyone smile — perfectly fun for the holiday season, and a bit different than all the heavy, warm drinks this time of year. It’s easy to whip up, beautiful to serve, and guaranteed to bring a little extra joy (and maybe a few giggles) to your Christmas festivities.

So put on The Grinch (2018 version is my choice!), grab your green cups, and enjoy a glass of cheer that’ll make your heart grow three sizes today!

Print Recipe

Grinch Punch

A festive, family friendly holiday punch that’s the perfect shade of Grinch green!
Prep Time5 minutes
Course: Drinks
Keyword: christmas punch, holiday drinks, holiday punch
Servings: 12 people

Ingredients

  • 1/2 gallon Lime Sherbet
  • 1 liter Sprite, chilled
  • 1 gallon Green Hawaiian Punch, chilled

Instructions

  • In a large punch bowl, combine the Sprite and Hawaiian Punch.
  • Gently stir to mix.
  • Add scoops of lime sherbet just before serving.
  • Serve in festive Grinch themed cups with a cherry heart on top to make it extra festive!

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