Party Punch

By AzWench

This recipe was inspired by one of the South's most famous punches, Planter's Punch. Legend has it that the recipe was first created in the 19th century at the Planter's Hotel in Charleston, South Carolina. This "virgin" punch is perfect for any occasion-from children's birthday parties to more formal evening gatherings. Not only is this pink, fruity punch refreshing and delicious, but it also looks stunning when served in a glass punch bowl.

Ingredients

• 4 cups orange juice
• 4 cups pineapple juice
• 2 cups grenadine
• 2 cups ice
• 1 cup fresh orange segments, halved
• 1 cup fresh pineapple cubes
• 1 cup club soda
• 7 fresh mint leaves-4 very thinly sliced, 3 left whole

Details

Servings 10

Preparation

Step 1

In a large bowl, stir together the orange juice, pineapple juice, and grenadine. Refrigerate until cold, 1 to 2 hours.

When ready to serve, transfer the chilled fruit juice mixture to a punch bowl. Add the ice, fresh fruit, club soda, and sliced mint. Stir to combine.

Garnish the punch bowl with the whole mint leaves.