Itasca Punch

Elevate your next gathering with the vibrant and refreshing Itasca Punch, a crowd-pleasing drink that's as visually stunning as it is delicious. This fruity punch combines the tangy sweetness of orange juice, cranberry juice, and pineapple juice with a splash of zesty fresh lime juice, creating the perfect balance of flavors. A homemade simple syrup sweetens the mix, while bubbly lemon-lime soda adds a fizzy finish. Garnished with fresh orange and lime slices and served over ice, this punch is ideal for parties, brunches, or any occasion that calls for a festive, non-alcoholic beverage. Ready in just 10 minutes and serving up to eight, this quick and easy recipe is a must-try for lovers of colorful, citrusy drinks.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups orange juice
• 2 cups cranberry juice
• 1 cup pineapple juice
• 3 cups lemon-lime soda
• 0.25 cup fresh lime juice
• 1 cup water
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 1 orange fresh orange slices
• 1 lime fresh lime slices
• 3 cups ice cubes

Directions

Step 1

In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of water and 0.5 cup of granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved to create a simple syrup. Let it cool to room temperature.

Step 2

In a large punch bowl or pitcher, combine the orange juice, cranberry juice, pineapple juice, and fresh lime juice.

Step 3

Stir the cooled simple syrup into the juice mixture until well blended.

Step 4

Just before serving, gently stir in the lemon-lime soda to add fizz.

Step 5

Add ice cubes, fresh orange slices, and fresh lime slices to the bowl or pitcher for garnish and an extra burst of flavor.

Step 6

Serve immediately in chilled glasses, and enjoy this refreshing Itasca Punch!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3145g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1248.3

Total Fat 3.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 111.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 311.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.8g	0%
Total Sugars 272.0g
Protein 4.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 184.0mg	0%
Iron 2.5mg	0%
Potassium 1711.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 2.6%

Protein: 1.5%

Carbs: 96.0%