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Baptist Church Party Punch

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Baptist Church Party Punch brings together fruity flavors and effervescent ginger ale in a smooth, crowd-pleasing beverage. Frozen pineapple juice combines with lemonade and orange juice concentrates for a citrus boost, while pineapple sherbet adds creamy sweetness. Assemble just before serving to maintain the ginger ale's refreshing fizz, rough chopping the frozen base and blending all elements until well-mixed but still icy. This punch holds well for gatherings, and can be extended with extra juice or ginger ale. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for a couple of days, or freeze to enjoy later—simply thaw and stir before serving to restore texture and flavor.

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Ranah
Updated on Wed, 18 Jun 2025 14:32:41 GMT
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This southern Party Punch with pineapple sherbet is a bright and festive drink that brings everyone together at any gathering. Cheerful and fruity with a creamy sherbet twist it works for church potlucks birthdays and family reunions alike. Even folks who say they do not drink punch always end up asking for seconds.

I grew up seeing this punch at almost every southern church get-together. The sweet fizz and pastel color meant party time. Now my kids ask if I will make it for our Easter brunch every year.

Ingredients

  • Pineapple juice: gives the punch its signature sweet tang. Choose a high-quality not from concentrate juice for best flavor
  • Frozen lemonade concentrate: makes this tangy and bright. Use a reputable brand for a true lemon flavor not artificial
  • Frozen orange juice concentrate: adds zippy citrus depth. Look for a fresh concentrate with no extra sugar for best results
  • Pineapple sherbet: brings a creamy tropical creaminess. Check for sherbet that lists real pineapple for an authentic taste
  • Cold ginger ale: adds bubbles and an extra layer of flavor. Choose one with a peppery kick for a grown-up touch but any basic ginger ale works

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare the Pineapple Juice:
Place the canned or bottled pineapple juice in your freezer a full day in advance. This semi-freeze is essential for the punch’s signature chilly slush.
Thaw and Mix Citrus Juices:
About two hours before serving remove pineapple juice from the freezer so it can soften. Prepare both lemonade and orange juice concentrates as directed on each can with cold water. This keeps the flavors bright and not diluted.
Combine and Chop in Punch Bowl:
At party time dump the partially thawed pineapple juice and scoop the pineapple sherbet into your punch bowl. Use a big spoon to break up the sherbet and juice into chunky slush.
Add Ginger Ale and Citrus Mix:
Pour the prepared lemonade and orange juice over the frozen ingredients. Top all of it off with the ginger ale to bring fizz and lift. Stir very gently so you have both liquid and ice-cold slush throughout.
Mix and Serve Immediately:
Leave a few small lumps of sherbet and frozen juice floating for a showy finish and continue to stir just before serving. The punch should look frothy and pastel with floating icy bits. Serve straight away for maximum fizz.
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Pineapple sherbet is always the first scoop to disappear at my parties. Once my son and his cousins decided to sneak in an extra scoop after all the adults left the table and we found the bowl scraped clean except for the slushy bits.

Storage tips

Leftover punch can be poured into a jug or airtight container and kept in the fridge where it stays fresh for up to three days. If you freeze it for later just thaw in the fridge and stir thoroughly to remix any separated ingredients. Never store with the ginger ale already added if making far in advance to keep things fizzy.

Ingredient substitutions

If pineapple sherbet is unavailable lemon or orange sherbet will bring a different but delicious twist. In place of ginger ale a clear soda like lemon-lime can be used for a lighter taste. Do not be afraid to use canned pineapple chunks for garnish.

Serving suggestions

Dress your punch bowl with fresh pineapple rings or bright maraschino cherries for a festive pop. For extra flair ladle into glasses with silly paper straws or top with a dollop of whipped cream for a sundae vibe. We always serve it in vintage punch cups at our house.

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Cultural context

Church punch recipes are southern hospitality in a bowl. Growing up potlucks meant seeing this punch served alongside deviled eggs sheet cakes and lots of laughter. Today making this recipe feels like connecting with generations of family and church friends.

Frequently Asked Questions

→ Can I make this punch ahead of time?

It's best to prepare the components ahead, but mix the punch shortly before serving so the ginger ale remains fizzy and refreshing.

→ What can I use instead of pineapple sherbet?

Lemon or orange sherbet, or even a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra creaminess, work as tasty substitutions.

→ How do I store leftovers?

Pour the remaining punch into a jug or airtight container and refrigerate for up to 2–3 days. Stir well before serving.

→ Can this punch be frozen?

Yes, store in a freezer-safe container for up to one month. Thaw overnight in the fridge and stir thoroughly before serving.

→ Is this drink suitable for children?

Absolutely! It contains only non-alcoholic ingredients and is popular at family gatherings and parties.

→ How can I adjust the sweetness?

Adjust by adding more ginger ale or extra fruit juice to suit your taste. Garnishing with citrus slices adds freshness, too.

Baptist Church Party Punch

Fruity pineapple sherbet punch blended with cold juices and bubbly ginger ale—a favorite for festive gatherings.

Prep Time
10 Minutes
Cook Time
~
Total Time
10 Minutes
By: Ranah


Difficulty: Easy

Cuisine: Southern American

Yield: 35 Servings

Dietary: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free

Ingredients

→ Beverage Base

01 1300 ml pineapple juice
02 170 ml frozen lemonade concentrate
03 340 ml frozen orange juice concentrate

→ Additions

04 950 ml pineapple sherbet
05 950 ml chilled ginger ale

Instructions

Step 01

Place the pineapple juice in the freezer 24 hours before serving to partially freeze.

Step 02

Two hours before serving, remove pineapple juice from the freezer to thaw slightly. Reconstitute lemonade and orange juice concentrates with water per package directions, and refrigerate until needed.

Step 03

At serving time, rough chop the partially frozen pineapple juice and pineapple sherbet in a punch bowl. Pour reconstituted lemonade and orange juice over the mixture, then add ginger ale. Mix gently, leaving small frozen pieces throughout.

Notes

  1. To retain carbonation, avoid mixing ginger ale too far in advance.
  2. Leftovers may be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for one month; thaw overnight and stir well before serving.
  3. For larger gatherings, the punch can be extended with additional orange juice and ginger ale.

Tools You'll Need

  • Punch bowl or large serving vessel
  • Freezer
  • Jug or airtight container

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 92
  • Total Fat: 1 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 21 g
  • Protein: 1 g