Description
Witch’s Brew Halloween Punch is a spooky, fun, and refreshing party drink featuring ginger ale, pineapple juice, lemon juice, and lime sherbet. Served in a cauldron with dry ice for a dramatic smoking effect, this punch is perfect for Halloween celebrations and easy to prepare in just five minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Drink Ingredients
- 2 liters ginger ale, chilled
- 4 cups pineapple juice, chilled
- 1/3 cup lemon juice, fresh (optional)
- 1 tub lime sherbet (~48 oz)
Other Items
- 1 block dry ice (around 5 lbs for a 3-hour party)
- Large cauldron
- Punch bowl that fits inside cauldron
Instructions
- Prepare the Dry Ice: Break the dry ice into large pieces using a mallet or other tool. Wear gloves to protect your hands from burns. Place some dry ice pieces at the bottom of the cauldron and keep the remaining dry ice in a cooler nearby for later use.
- Create the Smoking Effect: Pour hot water over the dry ice in the cauldron to initiate the spooky smoke effect that will enhance the Halloween presentation.
- Assemble the Punch Bowl: Place the punch bowl on top of the dry ice inside the cauldron.
- Mix the Punch: Combine the chilled ginger ale, pineapple juice, and optional fresh lemon juice in the punch bowl. Stir gently to mix all the liquids evenly.
- Add the Sherbet: Spoon scoops of lime sherbet into the punch bowl and mix for a few minutes until the sherbet begins to melt, creating a creamy, fizzy texture.
- Serve and Maintain: Serve the punch in cups avoiding direct contact with dry ice. Replenish dry ice and hot water periodically to keep the smoke effect going throughout the party.
Notes
- Always handle dry ice with gloves to prevent skin burns.
- Do not place dry ice directly into the punch bowl or beverage cups to avoid ingestion hazards.
- If lime sherbet is unavailable, a similar citrus sorbet can be used as a substitute.
- Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor, but it is optional and can be omitted.
- Keep extra dry ice in a cooler to ensure continuous smoking during long parties.
- This recipe works best when served immediately after mixing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 90 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 20 mg
- Fat: 0.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
