Elf Juice: The Magical Holiday Drink Kids Can’t Get Enough Of Recipe
Elf Juice is a vibrant, festive holiday drink perfect for kids, combining natural fruit juices with a fizzy twist. This easy-to-make punch features apple juice, cranberry juice, orange juice, and a splash of lime, topped with sparkling water or lemon-lime soda for a refreshing sparkle. Garnished with fresh fruit and optional mint leaves, it brings a burst of Christmas cheer to any holiday gathering.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Juices
- 2 cups 100% apple juice (chilled)
- 1 cup cranberry juice
- ½ cup orange juice
- A splash of lime juice
Fizzy Component
- 1 cup sparkling water or lemon-lime soda
Additional
- Ice cubes
- Fresh fruit for garnish (strawberries, orange slices, or cranberries)
- Optional: a few mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Mix Juices: In a large pitcher, combine the chilled apple juice, cranberry juice, orange juice, and a splash of lime juice. Stir well until the flavors are thoroughly blended.
- Add Fizz Before Serving: Just prior to serving, gently stir in the sparkling water or lemon-lime soda to add a refreshing fizzy effect without losing carbonation.
- Prepare Glasses: Fill individual glasses with ice cubes to keep the drink cold and refreshing.
- Serve and Garnish: Pour the Elf Juice over the ice-filled glasses, then garnish with fresh fruit such as strawberries, orange slices, cranberries, or a few mint leaves for a festive, colorful presentation.
Notes
- For a fun twist, freeze cranberries or grapes and use them as ice cubes to add color without watering down the drink.
- To make a creamy variation called “frosty elf juice,” replace the sparkling water with a splash of coconut milk.
- Serve Elf Juice in clear cups with red and green straws to enhance the holiday vibe.
Keywords: Elf Juice, holiday drink, Christmas punch, kid-friendly beverage, festive drink, apple juice, cranberry juice, sparkling water
