Christmas Tea Punch
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Christmas Tea Punch

by Diana Weil

If you’re looking for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink to serve this holiday season, this Christmas tea punch made with matcha green tea, cranberry juice, and a splash of lemon-lime soda is it. It’s a delicious and nourishing blend of cold-brewed and hot-brewed green tea, tart cranberry juice, and citrus. This Christmas punch is light, crisp, and refreshing - ideal for holiday gatherings, brunches, or anytime you want a non-alcoholic drink that feels a little special.

Christmas tea punch

Why You’ll Love This Punch

  • Antioxidant-rich: Green tea provides polyphenols that support overall wellness

  • Naturally refreshing: Tart cranberry and citrus keep it bright and refreshing 

  • Easy to prep ahead: Most of the work can be done the night before

  • Beautiful for entertaining: Garnished with fresh fruit and rosemary, it’s as beautiful as it is delicious

Here’s how to make it

Whole leaf matcha tea bags

Ingredients

  • 3 cups cold-brewed green tea

  • 1 cup freshly brewed green tea

  • 2 cups cranberry juice

  • 1 cup orange juice

  • 2 cups lemon-lime soda

  • Large ice cubes

For garnish

  • Sliced oranges

  • Fresh cranberries

  • Fresh rosemary sprigs

Directions

  1. Add 3 green tea bags to a large glass jar or pitcher. Pour in 3 cups of room-temperature or cold water. Cover and refrigerate for 8–12 hours. Remove and discard the tea bags.

  2. Brew 1 green tea bag in 1 cup of boiling water for 5 minutes. Remove the tea bag and, if using, stir in granulated sugar. Set aside to cool completely.

  3. In a large punch bowl, combine the cold-brewed tea, cooled brewed tea, cranberry juice, and orange juice. Add large ice cubes and your sliced fruit and garnishes.

  4. Pour in the lemon-lime soda just before serving. Ladle into glasses and enjoy!

Tips & Variations

Holiday mocktails

  • Make it less sweet: Use unsweetened cranberry juice and skip the sugar in the hot tea.

  • Add herbs: Lightly crush rosemary or thyme before adding for extra aroma.

  • Serve it warm: Skip the soda and gently heat the tea and juices for a cozy winter punch.

Bottom Line

This green tea cranberry punch is simple and easy to make, and perfect for holiday gatherings. It combines antioxidant-rich green tea with bright citrus and tart cranberry. Giving you a drink that feels festive, refreshing, and delicious.

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