Schuylkill River Punch
Immerse yourself in the vibrant, citrusy flavors of Schuylkill River Punch—a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink perfect for any party or gathering. This delightful punch blends the zesty tang of fresh lemon and orange juice with the tropical sweetness of pineapple juice, balanced by a hint of homemade simple syrup for just the right touch of sweetness. A splash of effervescent club soda adds a bubbly lift, while dark rum offers an optional boozy twist for adults. Garnished with slices of fresh citrus, sprigs of mint, and served over ice, this punch is as visually inviting as it is flavorful. Quick and easy to prepare in just 10 minutes, Schuylkill River Punch is a versatile drink that’s equally suited for summer barbecues, holiday celebrations, or a casual weekend brunch. Its vibrant presentation and refreshing taste will leave your guests reaching for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup Orange juice
- 2 cups Pineapple juice
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 cup Water
- 4 cups Club soda
- 1 cup Dark rum (optional)
- 1 whole (sliced) Lemon slices
- 1 whole (sliced) Orange slices
- 0.25 cup Mint leaves
- 3 cups Ice cubes
Instructions
In a small saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and water over medium heat. Stir until the sugar is fully dissolved to create a simple syrup. Allow the syrup to cool completely.
In a large punch bowl or pitcher, combine the lemon juice, orange juice, and pineapple juice.
Stir in the cooled simple syrup to sweeten the punch base.
Add the club soda to the mixture for a fizzy finish. If using dark rum, stir it in at this point for an optional boozy punch.
Garnish the punch with lemon slices, orange slices, and fresh mint leaves for a festive presentation.
Add ice cubes to chill the punch and keep it cool during serving.
Serve immediately into glasses and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1391 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.0 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 311 mg | 14% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 216.8 g | 79% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.5 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 194.7 g | ||
| Protein | 4.9 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 262 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1454 mg | 31% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
