This gum drop sherbet punch is an easy and festive Christmas punch. Rainbow sherbet with cherry lemon-lime soda, finished with whipped cream and gum drops for a fun, colorful party drink.
This gum drop punch is perfect for holiday gatherings, kids’ parties, or a Candy Land game night. It takes minutes to assemble, is kid-friendly, and looks celebratory on a table or in single-serve cups.
Serve this sherbet punch with festive treats like snowman-dipped Oreos, gingerbread reindeer cookies, or meringue lollipops for a full holiday spread.
- Ingredients For Sherbet Punch
- How to Make
- Variations and Tips
- Common Questions Asked
- Desserts to Pair With Punch
- Gum Drop Sherbet Punch
This Rainbow Sherbet Punch Recipe Is:
- Great for holiday celebrations
- Simple to serve from a punch bowl or in single-serve cups
- Quick and easy to prepare
- Kid friendly (easily turned adult with optional spirits)
- Christmas-inspired and budget friendly
Ingredients For Sherbet Punch
This is a quick non-alcoholic punch that kids and adults will enjoy. Use one or several flavors of sherbet to customize the colors and flavors.
Sherbet – Rainbow sherbet works great, but you can use lime, orange, or any flavor you prefer.
Cherry Lemon-Lime Soda – Cherry 7Up is recommended for festive color, but plain 7Up, Sierra Mist, or Sprite are fine substitutes.
Gum drops – Choose gum drops (not spice drops) so they don’t add unexpected flavors to the punch.
Whipped cream – Use canned whipped cream or make a quick homemade whipped cream to top each glass.
I used 9 ounce clear plastic cups for serving, which are convenient for parties and easy cleanup.
How to Make
Full printable instructions are available in the recipe card below. Here’s a quick walkthrough:
Step One: Use an ice cream scoop and add a generous scoop of sherbet to each glass — about one-third full or to your preference. You can mix flavors in different cups for variety.
Step Two: Slowly pour the cherry or plain lemon-lime soda over the sherbet. Fill near the top, leaving space for whipped cream.
Step Three: Top with whipped cream and garnish with a gum drop. For a playful touch, thread gum drops onto stir sticks and place them in each cup.
Variations and Tips
Ideas to customize this easy party punch:
- Swap lemon-lime soda for orange soda, ginger ale, Mountain Dew, or a fruit punch.
- Add a splash of pineapple or orange juice for a tropical twist.
- Make an orange version with orange sherbet and orange soda, or use vanilla ice cream for a creamier float.
- Use club soda or sparkling water to reduce sweetness.
- Garnish with citrus slices, fresh berries, or colorful straws.
- Serve in a large punch bowl: add soda, then float scoops of sherbet on top and ladle into glasses.
Common Questions Asked
Most sherbet punches combine sherbet with a lemon-lime soda and sometimes fruit juice, like pineapple. This version is finished with whipped cream and gum drops for a festive touch.
Yes — add a shot of vodka or white rum to individual glasses or to the punch if you want an adult version. Keep alcoholic and non-alcoholic servings separate so kids don’t get mixed up.
Desserts to Pair With Punch
- Molasses cookies
- Ugly sweater cake
- Snowman sugar cookies
- Christmas cookie dip
- Funfetti shortbread bites
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Gum Drop Sherbet Punch
Ingredients
- 1 container sherbet (any flavor or a blend)
- 1 2-liter bottle 7Up or cherry 7Up
- 1 bag gum drops
- 1 8-ounce can whipped cream
Instructions
- Add about one large scoop (roughly 1/3 cup) of sherbet to each cup. Any sherbet flavor works.
- Slowly pour 7Up into each glass, filling near the top but leaving room for whipped cream.
- Top with whipped cream and a gum drop. For a playful garnish, thread gum drops onto stir sticks and place them in the drink.
Notes
Sherbet: Use any flavor or a blend for varied color and taste.
Lemon Lime Soda: Mixing cherry and plain 7Up creates red and green cups for a festive look, but one flavor works fine.
Pitcher Option: Make a punch bowl by pouring the soda into a bowl and floating scoops of sherbet on top; then ladle into cups.
Equipment
- 9 ounce clear plastic cups
- Stir sticks
