Grinch Punch

Name: Grinch Punch
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: Drinks
Ingredients: 2 .13oz packets Unsweetened Lemon-Lime Kool-Aid; 2 Cups Sugar; 1 12oz Can Pineapple Juice; 1 12oz Frozen Lemonade Concentrate, thawed; 1/2 liter of Sprite; Ice; Red Sanding Sugar for Glass Trim

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This Grinch Punch Recipe is an easy to make Christmas punch that is inspired by Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas. It is sure to be a conversation starter at your holiday party!

grinch punch in glass with red sanding sugar

I have to warn you, kids love this punch so if you are planning on having a ton of kiddos at your Christmas party, double or even triple this recipe so you have enough for seconds!

By the way, if you are looking for an alcoholic version of this Grinch Punch, check out this Grinch Cocktail Recipe.

Where Can I Buy Lemon-Lime Kool-Aid?

Great question! And if you’ve had a hard time finding it, you are not alone.

Since the time I posted this recipe, some people are having a hard time finding the Lemon Lime Kool-Aid packets in-store. I believe they may have discontinued these after this recipe was made.

However, I found them on Amazon in a large pack which is totally cool if you plan to make a lot of this. You can order them here (or click the image below).

If that doesn’t work, you can also use the Green Apple Flavor although it will taste a bit different. You can order them here.

Ingredients Needed to Make Grinch Punch:

2 13oz packets Unsweetened Lemon-Lime Kool-Aid
Sugar
Pineapple Juice
Frozen Lemonade Concentrate, thawed
Sprite
Ice
Red Sanding Sugar for Glass Trim

By the way, this is what red sanding sugar looks like:

How to Make Grinch Punch:

This punch couldn’t be any simpler to make.

STEP 1: First, start by pouring 2 quarts of water in a 1 gallon pitcher. Of course, you can double or even triple this recipe if needed.

STEP 2: Next, add the Kool-aid mix and sugar and stir until the sugar is dissolved.

STEP 3: Now, add the pineapple juice and lemonade and stir well. You’ll notice it turns that nice pretty Grinch Green color!

lemonade concentrate being added to grinch punch

STEP 4: To top the rim of a glass, dip the top in water then dip into the sanding sugar.

glass being dipped into red sanding sugar

Just before serving, add the Sprite and ice and serve and enjoy!

grinch punch being poured into glass with ice

This would be really fun to make for a Christmas party at school too! I bet your kiddos will love it as much as mine have!

Things to Note:

You can use a pre-made Kool-Aid mix in the bottle if you prefer and just add the red sanding sugar to the cups prior to pouring the drink.
Don’t add the red sanding sugar until you are about ready to drink the punch as getting it wet will cause it to dissolve and melt.
You can rub the rim of a glass lightly with corn syrup before dipping in the red sanding sugar if you prefer.
This drink is good for a few days in the refrigerator exception of the Sprite, I would add that right before drinking so it doesn’t get flat or lose the carbonation.

Want more Grinch Recipes and Grinch Party Ideas? Check out:

Grinch Punch

Yield: 1

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Additional Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes

Grinch Punch is the perfect punch for any holiday party.

Ingredients

2 .13oz packets Unsweetened Lemon-Lime Kool-Aid
2 Cups Sugar
1 12oz Can Pineapple Juice
1 12oz Frozen Lemonade Concentrate, thawed
1/2 liter of Sprite
Ice
Red Sanding Sugar for Glass Trim

Instructions

Pour 2 quarts of water in a 1 gallon pitcher.
Add the Kool-aid mix and sugar and stir until the sugar is dissolved.
Add the pineapple juice and lemonade and stir well.
To top the rim of a glass, dip the top in water then dip into the sanding sugar.
Just before serving, add the Sprite and ice.
Serve and Enjoy!

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 876Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 23mgCarbohydrates: 224gFiber: 1gSugar: 207gProtein: 2g

About Brittanie

Brittanie Pyper is a mom of 3, a wife, and a creative geek. She adores crafting, photography, and baking fun treats. When she isn't blogging, she is enjoying a good video game with her family.

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Boyd Kobe
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Gorgeous looking punch! It sounds so delicious too. Can’t wait to try these, everyone will love them.
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Jessica
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I cannot find lemonade concentrate, will Simply lemonade work? Or Frozen Limeade concentrate?
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- Brittanie
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  It could work it may just give a different taste.
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  - Jaqueline Rios
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    Is there a version with alcohol?
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    - Brittanie
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      There is not but you can add any alcohol to this to fit your liking :)
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Michelle
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Here in Canada, you can no longer buy Kool Aid...I wonder what else you could use???
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Kathy Jones
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Hello! So I just made this for my sons Grinch party. And like some others I could not find the lemon lime Kool-Aid. Only to find out it had been discontinued a while ago. So I opted for Hawaiian Punch Green Berry Blast, pre made in 1 gallon container. Hawaiian punch does make a lemon lime but my Walmart did not have enough. It works great! And tastes really good! Do not use the 2 Liters of water or the 2 cups sugar, use 2 liters of straight Green Berry Blast. Then add everything else. Kids loved it!
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- Kathy Jones
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  Sorry, not 2 liters, 2 QUARTS.
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- Angie
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  Thanks so much for this tip as others have stated couldn’t find Kool-aid. Haven’t used it in years so didn’t even realize it. Great idea!!!!!
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Sonya
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So I’ve tried 4 stores and unable to find the kool aid.. other suggestions?
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- Brittanie
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  It honestly doesn't taste the same without it. Strange you aren't able to find it!
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  - Kelly
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    None at Walmart or kroger - not sold out, just not there.
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  - Kelly
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    I have been to 3 stores and didn’t find the kool aid. I see an old comment below asking about the pineapple juice so now I’m confused - is it a 12 oz frozen concentrated can of pineapple juice, or a 12 oz can of ready to drink juice?
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- Anne Anderson
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  I couldn't find lemon lime Kool aid either today. Google DIY kool-aid. It's a mixture of a box lemon and la box of lime jello with sugsr added. It works. We made Grinch punch tonight and it tastes the same as being made with kool-aid.
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- Anne Anderson
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  HI, we had the same problem yesterday, I was unable to find lemon-lime kool aid anywhere. Google DIY kool aid. For the Grinch punch mix a box of lemon jello and a box of lime jello with the sugar called for in the recipe. Mix the jello powders with the sugar in a bowl and then add to the amount of water in the recipe. Then follow the rest of the recipe. We made Grinch punch last night using the lemon and lime jello and it tastes just like it would if you used the kool aid. good luck and Merry Christmas!!!
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Amy Thorne
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I was wondering what the serving was on the grinch punch recipe!
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Sonja
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Thanks for sharing this recipe, I tried something similar at a party and it was great. I know it is probably common sense, but the packet of Kool Aid is actually .13 oz.
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- Kim
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  I don't see the Grinch punch recipe.....help
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  - Brittanie
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    Kim it is right above in the post. Try scrolling up. There is a recipe widget and right under the main image is the recipe as well. :)
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Missy Claus
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Is the sprite optional??
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- Brittanie
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  No, I feel like it is needed for this recipe for taste.
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  - Kelley
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    Is the lemonade optional?
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    - Brittanie
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      No. I believe all of the ingredients are necessary to make it taste right.
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Lisa
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How much Rum or Vodka would you put in it?
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- Brittanie
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  A few shots but it depends on the amount you are making.
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Cami
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Do you add just the pineapple and lemonade concentrate? Or do you mix those two up, then add?
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- Brittanie
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  It doesn't matter if you mix them before or add them in and then mix them. The outcome is the same :)
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Andrea
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How did you get the sugar red??
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- Brittanie
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  Food coloring :)
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Dana
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How many would you say this served? Thanks!
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- Michelle
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  I have the same question.... how many servings (glasses)?
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  - Brittanie
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    It depends on what size of glasses you use.
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Catherine Martin
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It looks very good, but I am wondering if it's not too sweet with the high amount of cool aid and sugar? Anyone tried the recipe?
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- Brittanie
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  It is sweet but isn't overly sweet. You can adjust it to your liking and just add less sugar. :)
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  - Brenda
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    Is the pineapple juice concentrated too?
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    - Brittanie
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      Yes it is :)
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  - Jonny
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    How much Sprite do you add at the end? Is it used just to top it off a little and do you stir the Sprite in or no? Thank you so much for your time :)
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    - Brittanie
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      Yes, just enough to top it off :)
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