Ghost Punch with Lychee Mocktail Recipe
A spooky, fruity, non-alcoholic Halloween punch that’s just as fun to look at as it is to drink. With lychee “eyeballs,” floating berries, and fizzy citrus flavors, this mocktail is a party favorite for kids and adults alike!
Equipment
- Large glass punch bowl
- Wooden spoon or ladle
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Citrus juicer
- Small bowl for fruit prep
- Ice cube tray
- Tongs or gloves (for dry ice, optional)
- Strainer (optional, if juicing fresh fruit)
- Muddler (for mint or berries)
- Pitcher (for pre-mixing)
- Highball glasses or cups
Ingredients
- 1 can 20 oz lychees in syrup (reserve syrup and fruit)
- 2 cups white grape juice
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1 cup cranberry juice
- 1/2 cup fresh lime juice
- 2 cups lemon-lime soda
- 1 cup ginger ale
- 1/2 cup club soda or sparkling water
- 3 tablespoons grenadine
- 1/4 cup cherry juice optional
- 1/2 cup lychee juice if available
- 1 tablespoon vanilla syrup
- 1/4 cup coconut water
- Fresh raspberries blackberries, and strawberries
- Fresh mint leaves
- 1 cinnamon stick optional
- Orange juice optional, for more citrus flavor
- Dry ice optional, for spooky effect
Instructions
- In a punch bowl, combine lychee syrup, white grape juice, pineapple juice, cranberry juice, lime juice, and lychee juice (if using).
- Stir well with a wooden spoon until the liquids are combined.
- Add lemon-lime soda, ginger ale, club soda, and coconut water. Stir gently to retain fizz.
- Mix in grenadine, cherry juice (if using), vanilla syrup, and a splash of orange juice if desired.
- Add whole lychees, sliced berries, and lightly muddled mint leaves to the punch.
- Drop in a cinnamon stick for a subtle spice note (optional).
- Carefully add dry ice using tongs (optional) for a spooky bubbling effect. Wait until it fully dissolves before serving.
- Ladle into glasses, making sure to include floating fruit and avoid dry ice particles.
- Serve chilled and enjoy!