Red White and Blue Patriotic Punch is the perfect party drink for the 4th of July - with red, white, and blue fruit that will be the hit of any party or picnic!
When I first posted this recipe over 9 years ago, I knew it would become one of my favorite easy party drinks - and it's one I love to make every summer to this day!
This delicious easy punch is great to make ahead of time so the fruit juice comes together - it's great for big 4th of July parties!
Its totally easy to make, and if you want an adult version you can dump in a bottle of your favorite wine (or booze).
Best of all, we're using lots of frozen fruit instead of ice so your drink wont get all diluted and it will stay nice and cold during a scorching hot day.
We hope you love this festive 4th of July recipe as much as we do.
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Adult 4th of July Punch
The recipe we're making below is non-alcoholic, but if you'd like to make an adult version, we're adding tips below:
To make this red white and blue punch an adult version, add a bottle of wine, some tequila, vodka, or rum.
Just be warned- fruit soaks up alcohol!
Our general rule of thumb is to add about 2 cups of alcohol of your choice to the fruit punch recipe for a balanced kick.
Some ideas to add to this punch to make it an adults-only 4th of July sangria:
- Add 2 cups tequila and stir well
- Add 1 ½ cups vodka + 4 oz Saint Germain or other Elderflower liqueur
- Add 1 bottle sweet white wine or moscato + 4 oz peach schnapps
- Add 2 cups vodka
What Juice To Use in Patriotic Punch
We're calling for basic apple juice in this recipe, but adding other juices that work well below:
- White grape juice
- Pear juice
- Light lemonade (country-time style)
- Ginger ale
What Fruit To Use In Red White And Blue Punch
For this punch, we're calling for a classic apples, strawberries, and blueberries combination similar to a sangria - but you can switch up some of the fruit you pick based off what you have on hand.
You'll want to pick a white fruit that is large and easy enough to slice into star shapes - we recommend apples, dragonfruit, or pineapple.
Simply slice ½" to 1" thick slices of fruit and cut a star shape or use a star shaped cookie cutter to punch out a star shape of the fruit. Be sure to save any side bits for fruit salad!
Some of our favorite fruits that taste great - and keep up the patriotic red white and blue punch theme that is perfect for the 4th of July - are listed below:
- Pomegranate perils - red
- Raspberries - red
- Blackberries - blue
- Concord grapes - blue
- Dragonfruit sliced into stars - white
- Pineapple sliced into stars - white
How to Make 4th of July Punch
With your apple stars cut, add frozen strawberries to the bottom of you pitcher, and cover with juice and sprite (in equal parts).
Next, add your apple stars in on top of the strawberries.
You'll want to line them around the sides of the pitcher so you can see them as a middle layer.
Next, fill it up with more juice and sprite.
Add frozen blueberries on top as a floating layer, and serve!
How to Serve Patriotic Punch for a 4th of July Party
I like to serve this fun and patriotic 4th of July Fruit Punch in little mason jars with a simple piece of twine around it- and tuck a little flag toothpick in the twine.
So adorable, and you can get the jars ready ahead of your party, then encourage guests to pour their own!
I like to put this punch in a large pitcher, punchbowl, or glass drink dispenser so guests can see all of the fruit - especially those adorable apple stars!
Other 4th of July Recipes You'll Love
If you're looking for other recipes to celebrate this 4th of July, please check out more of our favorite red, white, and blue recipes below:
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Our complete BBQ sides recipe archives can be found here.
Recipe FAQs
You can pre-make the punch, without sprite, up to a day before serving when stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Add sprite when ready to drink, as it will go flat if left out too long.
Red White and Blue Patriotic Punch
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Patriotic Punch
Ingredients
- -1 64 oz bottle of apple juice
- -1 2 liter bottle of Sprite
- -1-2 cups of frozen strawberries, depending on size
- -1 cup frozen blueberries
- -2 apples, sliced into 1 ½" thick rounds
Instructions
- Start off by cutting star shapes into your apples.
- I freehanded star shapes using a knife blade and just softly scoured the surface of the apple to make a rough star shape, then cut it out and used it as a "stencil" to cut more stars- but if you have a star shaped cookie cutter, that would save you a lot of time. (Sadly all mine were too big!!).
- With your apple stars cut, add frozen strawberries to the bottom of you pitcher, and cover with juice and sprite (in equal parts).
- Next, add your apple stars in on top of the strawberries. You'll want to line them around the sides of the pitcher so you can see them as a middle layer.
- Next, fill it up with more juice and sprite.
- Add frozen blueberries on top as a floating layer, and serve!
- To make this an adult version, add a bottle of wine, or some tequila, vodka or rum. Just be warned- fruit soaks up alcohol. Don't go eating tons of fruit!
Nutrition Information
Yield
12Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 180Total Fat 0gSaturated Fat 0gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 0gCholesterol 0mgSodium 25mgCarbohydrates 45gFiber 2gSugar 40gProtein 1g
Nutrition is automatically calculated by Nutritionix - please verify all nutrition information independently and consult with a doctor or nutritionist for any and all medical and diet advice.
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Floranet
Amazing work!! Looking for more from you.
sign4baby
Fun! Another way I can use starfruit!
Linda
Love this recipe I can't wait to try it. This will b a hit at church.
Jennifer
I saw this on a 4th of July roundup and just had to pin it. I hope you’ll share your best post of the week on my Friday Flash Blog Linky Party going on ALL weekend at The Jenny Evolution.
Jennifer
thejennyevolution.com
Recreate and Decorate
Love the punch idea! I just posted cute DIY 4th of July flip flops that I made!
Jessica
Hey Courtney,
I wanted to let you know that I posted about this fun drink on my blog today, with a link back to your site for credit, the recipe and more pictures! I just love it, and had to share it with my followers! Here's the link: http://sweetpeapartydesigns.com/fourth-of-july-punch-drink
Jackie
This looks so pretty and delicious. I loved that you put it in mason jars and added twine and a mini flag! (Stopping by from Tatertots & Jello.)
Courtney O'Dell
Thanks so much Jackie!
The Bearfoot Baker
Can't wait to try this! Thanks for the recipe;)
Melissa @ No. 2 Pencil
So pretty, love the apple stars!