Easy Party Punch with Sherbet

Jump to Recipe

This Easy Party Punch with Sherbet is perfect for any celebration! Whether you’re hosting a baby shower, bridal shower, birthday party, or even a New Year’s gathering, this refreshing beverage made with simple ingredients will be a hit.

Easy Party Punch

If you need a quick, no-fuss drink that feels instantly festive, this Easy Party Punch recipe with Sherbet is it. It’s sweet, bubbly, and creamy all at the same time, and it comes together in minutes with just a few simple ingredients. Perfect for baby showers, birthday parties, holidays, or any get-together where you want something fun that both kids and adults will love – because let’s be honest… the sherbet floating on top is the best part

This incredible party punch is one of the most-requested at gatherings because it’s foolproof, delicious, and visually stunning. Try it at your next event, and you will get rave reviews!

Why This Party Punch Recipe Works

This is one of the best party punch recipes because it comes together in minutes and requires no special skills. Perfect as a last-minute addition to any party, from Super Bowl gatherings to holiday party punch, this drink features flavors that blend beautifully.

The sherbet keeps the punch cool while adding a creamy sweetness that both kids and adults love. It’s an easy recipe that works as well for baby showers as it does wedding celebrations. And if you’re making it for a baby shower, the yellow/green color is perfect for a gender-neutral party punch.

Ingredients

You can find these ingredients (or variations) at pretty much any local grocery store!

Lemonade – Simply Lemonade has a juice-style lemonade that was perfect for this recipe.
7Up
Pineapple Sherbet (or Lemon Sherbet)
Lime Sherbet
Lemon and Lime Slices (optional for garnish)

Items Needed

Large Punch Bowl
Ladle
Ice Cream Scoop

How to Make Punch for a Party

Pour the lemonade into a clean, large punch bowl or drink dispenser.
Add the 7Up and gently stir just enough to combine (you don’t want to lose all those bubbles!).
Scoop the sherbet into round scoops and drop them right into the punch. They’ll float on top and make it look extra pretty.
If you’re using lemon and lime slices, tuck them into any open spots on top for a fresh, colorful garnish.
Serve right away and enjoy!

scooping pineapple sherbet into punch bowl

Pro Tips (Timing Tips)

Don’t make this one ahead of time. The sherbet melts, the bubbles fade, and it just doesn’t look (or taste) nearly as good.
For the best look and flavor, assemble it right before you’re ready to serve.
If you’re hosting, you can have everything chilled and ready to go, then pour, scoop, and serve in under 5 minutes. It’s the perfect last minute party punch!

Variations

Swap the soda: Instead of 7Up, you can use Sprite, Sierra Mist/Starry, or even ginger ale for slightly different flavors (and it’s still really good!).
Change up the sherbet: Pineapple sherbet is classic, but lemon, lime, or rainbow sherbet are all fun options depending on the vibe.
Make it a pink punch: For a girl baby shower (or any pink-themed party), use pink sherbet (strawberry or raspberry sherbet) for the prettiest color and a fruity twist combined with pink lemonade.
Try a different juice: lemonade, pink lemonade, or a lemonade-lime blend to give your fruit punch a slightly different flavor.
Pineapple Punch: If you’re using pineapple sherbet, you could also add actual pineapple juice instead of the lemonade for a tropical punch.

Garnish Ideas

I used a little less of the sherbet in order to give my fruit slices room to float. It still tasted amazing.
Add fresh fruit like pineapple chunks or berry slices for extra visual appeal.
If making a pink punch, add frozen raspberries and/or strawberries to float on the top.

Storage Instructions

If you would like to keep the extra juice, remove the foam, fruit slices, and any remaining ice cream, then pour the liquid into your leftover juice bottles.
It will keep in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Perfect Occasions for This Party Punch

This versatile punch for baby shower events is truly perfect for any occasion. It’s ideal for:

Baby showers and gender reveal parties
Bridal showers and wedding receptions
Birthday parties for all ages
New Year celebrations
Valentine’s Day gatherings
Super Bowl parties
Summer gatherings and barbecues
Holiday parties throughout the year

Making It an Alcoholic Drink

While this recipe is designed as non alcoholic party punch, you can easily transform it into a spiked punch for adult gatherings. Simply add:

1-2 cups of vodka for a classic spiked punch
Rum for a tropical twist that complements the pineapple flavors
Champagne for bridal showers or New Year celebrations

FAQ

Can I make this pineapple punch recipe ahead of time?

No, this is best made right before serving. The sherbet will melt and the punch loses its visual appeal if made too far in advance.

How many servings does this make?

This recipe yields about 1 gallon, which serves approximately 16-20 people depending on serving size.

Can I use a drink dispenser instead of a punch bowl?

Yes, though a large punch bowl works best for displaying the floating sherbet. If using a drink dispenser, the sherbet will sink and melt faster.

What other party drinks pair well with this?

This pairs nicely with other easy recipes like lemonade, iced tea, or coffee for a complete beverage station.

More Delicious Recipes