Refreshing Love Potion Punch (Printable)

Vibrant blend of cranberry, pomegranate, and citrus with fresh berries and optional floral rose water notes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fruit Juices

01 - 2 cups cranberry juice, unsweetened
02 - 2 cups pomegranate juice
03 - 1 cup orange juice, freshly squeezed preferred

→ Mixers

04 - 1 cup sparkling water, chilled
05 - 1 cup lemon-lime soda, chilled

→ Sweetener & Flavors

06 - 2 tbsp honey or agave syrup
07 - 1 tsp rose water

→ Garnishes

08 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
09 - 1/2 cup fresh raspberries
10 - 1 orange, thinly sliced
11 - Fresh mint leaves
12 - Ice cubes

# Directions:

01 - In a large pitcher, combine cranberry juice, pomegranate juice, and orange juice.
02 - Stir in honey or agave syrup and rose water until completely dissolved and well incorporated.
03 - Add sliced strawberries, raspberries, and orange slices to the pitcher, allowing them to infuse the mixture.
04 - Just before serving, pour in the sparkling water and lemon-lime soda. Stir gently to maintain carbonation while combining.
05 - Fill glasses with ice cubes, pour in the punch, and garnish each glass with fresh mint leaves.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The combination of tart cranberry and sweet pomegranate creates this gorgeous jewel toned color that makes any table feel special without any artificial dyes
  • Rose water is the secret ingredient that makes people ask what's in it, but you can leave it out and still have something incredible
02 -
  • The sparkling water will go flat if you add it too early, so wait until your guests are literally walking through the door
  • Rose water can vary wildly in strength between brands, so start with half a teaspoon and taste before adding more
03 -
  • Freeze some berries inside your ice cubes and they'll slowly release into the punch as they melt
  • If you can't find rose water, a drop of orange blossom water or even vanilla extract creates a similar floral mystery