There’s nothing quite like a festive punch to bring cheer to Christmas gatherings. But when it comes to Christmas drinks for kids, you want something that’s not only delicious, in a kid-friendly kinda way, but also fun and visually appealing.
These fun (non-alcoholic) kids’ Christmas drinks will wow the younger members of your family!
Whether you’re hosting a holiday party, a cozy family dinner, or just want to add a little je-ne-sais-quois to the holidays, these children’s Christmas drinks and punch recipes will make your festivities even more magical!
From sparkling fruity blends and creamy, dreamy concoctions to cozy hot chocolates and non-alcoholic versions of the classics. These fantastic Christmas punch ideas for kids will have them chinking their glasses in holiday cheer!
So dig out your cocktail shaker and dust off the punch bowl. It’s time to mix up some festive magic!
Fun Christmas Punch Recipes & Drinks for Kids
If you’re looking for fun and easy and want to appeal to elementary school-aged kids, these are the best Christmas punch recipes for kids. Grinch shots anyone?!
Grinch Punch
Who wouldn’t love a children’s punch drink recipe inspired by the Grinch? This neon green concoction is made with lime sherbet, green Hawaiian Punch, pineapple juice, and lemon-lime soda.
It’s a mischievously delightful kids’ Christmas drink that’s sure to be a hit with the kids. For an extra dose of fun, serve this Grinch drink in little cups to make “Grinch shots”!
Holiday Cherry Slush
Here’s a refreshing cherry punch slushie recipe that uses Cherry Kool-Aid, ice cubes, and maraschino cherries. Adding a bright splash of red, this easy kids’ Christmas punch is a sweet icy treat perfect for holiday gatherings.
Gumdrop Sherbert Punch
Bring fun and flavor to a Christmas kids’ party with this gumdrop and sherbet punch recipe.
With just six ingredients, this simple Christmas punch for kids is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. And it definitely looks like a party in a bowl with the colorful gumdrops!
Chocolate Peppermint Shake
I wanted to come up with a fun chocolatey holiday drink with the kids and this was a big success! This is more milkshake than punch; the chocolate ice cream, cream, and peppermint creates a delightfully dreamy and creamy combination that would get even Scrooge feeling festive.
This is such a yummy holiday drink for kids that doubles as a quick and easy dessert. And maybe Santa too?!
Chocolate Peppermint Shake recipe
Raspberry Slush Punch for Kids
Orange juice, pineapple juice, lemon juice, lime juice, lemon-lime club soda, and raspberries (fresh or frozen), make up this slushy raspberry punch. What a delicious holiday punch recipe for kids, perfect for those festivities in the southern hemisphere!
This easy-to-make punch recipe can be made the day before, leaving you free to prep other things the day of your festive gathering.
Pink Punch
Pineapple juice, lemon-lime soda and frozen raspberry lemonade are all you need for this deliciously sweet and just-a-little-tart pink punch. Garnish with raspberry sherbet or strawberry ice-cream for an extra special kids’ Christmas drink.
Christmas Morning Punch Recipes for Kids
There’s nothing better than a large pitcher of fruity Christmas punch on the breakfast table – it’s such a treat for little ones. These Christmas morning punch recipes for kids have a base of ginger ale mixed with a delicious blend of fruit juices, for a sparkly and decadent breakfast.
Cranberry Christmas Morning Punch
Kick off your Christmas morning with a vibrant blend of orange juice, pineapple juice, cranberry juice, and ginger ale that will add a citrusy zing to your Christmas breakfast.
This refreshing punch for kids, with slices of orange and fresh cranberries, isn’t just for the holidays – it’s a year-round favorite!
Cranberry Christmas Morning Punch recipe
Grandma’s Christmas Punch for Kids
Trust in tradition with this classic punch recipe that’s been handed down through the generations. A simple Christmas punch recipe for kids that blends orange juice, pineapple juice, maraschino cherries, ginger ale and sugar syrup.
If you don’t want a sugar high before lunch, simply omit or reduce the sugar!
Grandma’s Christmas Punch recipe
Christmas Punch with Iced Cranberry Ring
If you want your Christmas morning punch to take center stage at breakfast or brunch and wow your kids, try this fun recipe. It’s all about the festive frozen cranberry ice ring! You’ll need a large punch bowl for this one.
Check the full Christmas Punch with Iced Cranberry Ring recipe here.
More Fruity Christmas Drinks For Kids
Here are some more simple virgin holiday punch recipes made from fresh fruit that will delight your kids this holiday season.
Pomegranate Christmas Lemonade Punch for Kids
Add a fun twist to lemonade with pomegranate arils (seeds). This vibrant and tangy Christmas drink is as beautiful as it is delicious.
Pomegranate Christmas Lemonade Punch
Watermelon Agua Fresca
If your kids love watermelon (I’m yet to meet one that doesn’t) then this simple and refreshing watermelon “agua fresca”, or watermelon juice, is a must-try drink this Christmas. That is, of course, as long as watermelon are available in December where you live!
Simply blend watermelon, lemon juice and sugar and garnish with a sprig of mint.
Iced Sugar Cookie Almond Milk Latte
Need a more sophisticated Christmas drink for older kids? Recreate a Starbucks holiday classic at home! This iced latte, made with almond milk and espresso, offers a delightful, seasonal treat.
Iced Sugar Cookie Almond Milk Latte Recipe
Apple Ginger Mocktail
Jazz up an all time kid favorite with root ginger, maple syrup and soda water and you have a simple apple mocktail, perfect for Christmas, apple season or whenever you fancy. I can’t wait to try this holiday drink with my kids.
Kid-Friendly Strawberry Punch
Not a fan of cranberries or citrus? Try this fun strawberry punch. Its pearly pink color, fresh strawberries and ice cream base, provide a fresh twist on traditional holiday drinks and punch recipes.
Another good punch recipe for those of you living in sunnier climes over the Christmas period!
Cranberry Lemonade
Forget store-bought cranberry juice, this cranberry lemonade is made with homemade cranberry syrup. If you’re looking for a festive Christmas drink for kids with real cranberry flavor, this easy recipe is a must.
SPARKLING BLACKBERRY MOCKTAIL
Here’s a pretty and delightfully sweet mocktail with a hint of tartness, from fresh basil. Another delicious fruity Christmas drink for kids.
More Christmas treats here:
- Chocolate Snowball Cookies
- Christmas Chocolate Waffle Cookies
- Delicious Christmas Cannoli’s
- Holiday Oreo Cookies
- Peppermint Chocolate Chip Cookies
Hot Christmas Drinks for Kids
Moving on from Christmas punch recipes and cold Christmas drinks to ones perfect for chilli evenings. These hot Christmas drinks for kids are perfect after a morning playing outside in the cool winter air or make an indulgent after-dinner treat or bedtime drink.
PEANUT BUTTER HOT CHOCOLATE
Take a little of the guilt out of a festive favorite with this peanut butter hot chocolate recipe. It’s rich and creamy and is sure to be a popular Christmas drink for kids big and small!
Candy Cane Hot Chocolate with Gingerbread Men Stirrers
We have such fun making festive hot chocolate every year and this peppermint and crushed candy cane version is our favorite so far.
But it’s nothing without the gingerbread men stirrers! They’re fun to make and are an absolute hit with the kids. You can, of course, use them to put a festive-spin on any hot chocolate. We also like this simple and cozy cinnamon hot chocolate.
Candy Cane Hot Chocolate recipe
Peppermint Hot Chocolate
If you need something dairy- and refined sugar-free, try this peppermint hot chocolate. This is a perfect Christmas drink for kids and adults alike on snowy days and cold winter evenings.
Peppermint Hot Chocolate recipe
(Non-Alcoholic) Christmas Cranberry Cider
This cranberry cider is a slow cooker delight, featuring a few simple ingredients for a heartwarming holiday drink. It’s easy to make up a large batch, so is perfect for a festive family gathering or kids’ Christmas party. Bonus – it’ll make your home smell fantastic!
Peppermint White Hot Chocolate
Switch up the traditional hot chocolate routine with a white chocolate and peppermint blend. Top it with mini marshmallows and crushed candy canes – every kid’s favorite.
Peppermint White Hot Chocolate recipe
FIZZY CROCKPOT APPLE CIDER FOR KIDS
Here’s a warm and citrusy apple cider, lightly spiced with cinnamon and gloves the kids are going to love. Load the ingredients into your slow cooker in the morning and it’ll be ready for the festivities by lunch. Or treat your little ones to a cozy cup after a busy day in the cold!
Hot Spiced Cacao
This fragrant hot cacao is spiced with cardamom, cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg for a warming Christmas drink for kids, the whole family in fact. I can’t wait to cozy up with a mugful on a cold winter’s day!
for some more festive holiday recipe inspo, try these:
- 65 Easy No-Bake Christmas Holiday Treats
- 20+ Cute Christmas Tree Food Ideas
- 25 Reindeer Snacks & Treats
- 15 Easy Christmas Rice Crispy Treats
- 50 Easy Kids Christmas Treats For School
- 21+ Best Easy SOFT Christmas Cookies
- 10 Easy Crockpot Christmas Candy Recipes
- 30 Easy Christmas Bark Recipes & Ideas
Easy Mocktails (Non-Alcoholic Christmas Punch)
Here are some Christmas-themed drinks and punch recipes for kids with a slightly more grown-up palate. Or for little ones that are determined to do like the adults do!
These non-alcoholic cocktails, or Christmas mocktails, are for them. The kids will love trying these fancy festive drinks, this holidays. They’re also perfect to offer the adult drivers at your celebrations – so they can get in the holiday spirit with none of the alcohol.
Cosmopolitan Mocktail
There’s nothing quite like a Cosmopolitan and here’s one that’s both alcohol-free and has a festive twist. Older kids will love this delicious cranberry Cosmopolitan mocktail – it’s the perfect non-alcoholic Christmas drink for tweens and teens!
Shirley Temple Mocktail
A timeless classic, this Shirley Temple mocktail requires just five ingredients, making it an easy and delightful choice for kids.
Apple Cider Mocktail
If you’re looking for a non-alcoholic Christmas drink for your more junior family members, apple cider is a great choice. This recipe uses cranberry juice, orange juice, fresh cranberries, as well as apple cider.
Which Christmas Punch Or Drink Will You Try?
Whether it’s a fresh and fruity Christmas morning punch, a fun drink for a kids’ party or special occasion or a hot drink with a Christmas theme, you should now have plenty of drinks and punch recipes to choose from this holiday season. And not just for kids – the entire family will enjoy them!
So, what takes your fancy? I’d love to hear what your favorite holiday drinks are! Let me know in the comments.
My kids have picked out a few…We’ll be busy in the kitchen, that’s for sure!
Happy Christmas!
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