Non Alcoholic Thanksgiving Punch – The Mindful Mocktail

November 19, 2023

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Published: Nov 19, 2023 by Nat · This post may contain affiliate links.

Try this easy Thanksgiving punch recipe for the holidays. Fruity, delicious and non-alcoholic, this mocktail can be made in less than 10 minutes, making hosting a breeze.

Made with fresh fruit, pear juice or nectar, apple cider, lemon juice and your choice of alcohol-free sparkling wine or ginger ale, this holiday punch is perfect for a crowd. Better yet, it can be made in advance and kept in the fridge until you’re ready to serve.

Why This recipe works

Just like my easy non-alcoholic Christmas punch, this recipe is made with easily accessible ingredients and can be thrown together in minutes.

It’s:

Quick to make: it’s no secret that punch is one of the best drinks for Thanksgiving. Cut the fruit, grab a pitcher, pour in the ingredients and you’ve got a delicious sip for your guests.
Cost effective: a batch punch mocktail is far cheaper than shaking up individual drinks…although if you do feel that way inclined, I beg you to try my simple pomegranate mocktails. You will not be disappointed. My 1 minute Christmas mocktails are ideal if you’re looking for something easier.
For both adults and kids: Looking for the best mocktails for kids? Punch is always a winner! Just be sure not to use the alcohol-free sparkling wine if you’re making this for kids – stick to the ginger ale instead.
Oh so delicious: Put simply – this non alcoholic Thanksgiving punch is delicious. You must try it!

Ingredients

Pear nectar (or pear juice): pear nectar is my first choice, but you can opt for pear juice if you wish. I prefer the nectar because it is slightly sweeter and thicker, and often more flavorsome. But I know it can be difficult to get sometimes, so a good quality pear juice works just as well.
Apple cider: could there be a better combination than pear and apple? I don’t think so!
Lemon juice: to balance the sweetness of the pear and apple, I used some lemon juice for some acidity. I always prefer fresh but I know fresh produce can be expensive, so use bottled if you wish. Tip: make sure it’s 100% lemon juice with no added sugar…this non-alcoholic Thanksgiving punch is sweet enough!
Ginger ale or alcohol-free sparkling wine: the choice is yours! The ginger ale pairs perfectly with the pear and apple, while the sparkling wine gives a slightly more adult feel. Both are great choices.
Fresh fruit: I used sliced pear, apple and orange plus some frozen cranberries. You can also use a little rosemary to garnish. Thyme would work too!
Ground cinnamon (optional): if using the ginger ale, you can add a sprinkle of cinnamon to the punch, or throw a couple of cinnamon sticks in with the fruit. It adds some lovely spice and makes it feel more like a Fall mocktail.

How to make Non Alcoholic Thanksgiving Punch

Step 1 : add the fruit to a large pitcher or punch bowl.

Step 2: pour in the apple cider.

process shots for non alcoholic thanksgiving punch showing sliced orange being dropped into an intricate crystal pitcher on a wooden board scattered with rosemary and blood orange.

Step 3: add the pear nectar/juice and lemon juice.

Step 4: add the ginger ale or sparkling wine. Pour gently – you don’t want to disturb those lovely bubbles too much! Stir gently.

process shots 3 and 4 showing pear juice being poured into an intricate glass pitcher filled with fruit and a close up of ginger ale being added to the pitcher.

Step 5: add some ice and fruit to your glasses. Pour in the punch.

Step 6: garnish with optional rosemary – I find adding a touch of green makes it a little more festive!

process shots 5 and 6 showing the thanksgiving punch being poured into and etched glass tumbler with a gold rim and a second shot showing the punch being garnished with rosemary.

Expert Tips

I love using frozen cranberries for this recipe. The cold will help keep your punch chilled and they are often cheaper than fresh cranberries!
Thanksgiving is a busy time, so to prepare your punch in advance, add all the ingredients except the ginger ale/sparkling wine to the pitcher and leave in the fridge. Right before you’re ready to serve, add the sparkling beverage of your choice.
Create a punch station in your home with extra fruit, ice and glassware and leave your guests to serve themselves.

Looking for more easy Fall or Thanksgiving batch mocktails for a crowd? Try these!

I hope you love this easy non alcoholic Thanksgiving punch as much as I do! Cheers to you.

a yellow-orange punch in an intricate glass tumbler with a gold rim garnishe with blood orange cranberries and rosemary on a wooden board with rosemary orange and apple scattered around it.

Non Alcoholic Thanksgiving Punch

Make this easy alcohol-free punch in just 5 minutes! Perfect for a crowd.

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Course: Drinks

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 5 minutes

Servings: 6

Instructions

Add your sliced fruit to a pitcher or punch bowl. Don’t add the cranberries yet.
Pour in the pear juice/nectar, apple cider and lemon juice. Stir gently. If you’re making this recipe in advance, stop here and place the pitcher in the fridge until you’re ready to serve.
When you’re ready to serve, add the ginger ale or non alcoholic sparkling wine. Stir gently, then add the cranberries.
Fill your glasses with ice. You can add some extra fresh fruit to your glass if you like. Pour in the punch and garnish with optional rosemary. Serve!

Notes

Note 1: I prefer using pear nectar because it’s slightly richer and thicker, but pear juice also works perfectly!
Note 2: The ginger ale pairs perfectly with the pear and apple, while the sparkling wine gives a slightly more adult feel. Both are great choices. I’ve also written a round up of the best non-alcoholic champagne alternatives (linked in the article above) if you need some advice on the best ones to buy.
Nutrition fact note: the calculations use pear juice and do not include the ginger ale/non-alcoholic sparkling wine.