firecracker punch

1 Pinch
Renton, WA
Updated on Jun 29, 2023

This is a refreshing summertime punch recipe that's alcohol-free and appropriate for all ages. It's a fizzy orange-infused lemonade that's spiked with fiery red cinnamon candies, and it’s sure to put a bit of sparkle and pizzazz in your Fourth of July festivities.

prep time 40 Min
cook time 10 Min
method No-Cook or Other
yield 12 (prep time is mostly minimal chilling time)

Ingredients

  • 2/3 cup red hots™ candy (or similar spiced cinnamon candy)
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 (6-oz) can frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed
  • 1/3 cup frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed (from a 6-oz can)
  • 1 liter bottle ginger ale soda
  • 6 slices orange, each slice cut in half

How To Make firecracker punch

  • Step 1
    • In 1-quart saucepan, cook cinnamon candies and 1 cup of the water over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until candies are melted; remove from heat. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
  • Step 2
    In large punch bowl, stir candy mixture, remaining 3 cups water, the lemonade and orange juice concentrates until well mixed. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Step 3
    Just before serving, gently stir in ginger ale. Garnish with orange slices.

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