Blackberry-Lime Porch Punch

Whip up the ultimate crowd-pleaser with this Blackberry-Lime Porch Punch, a big-batch drink that’s wonderfully adaptable for any gathering. It’s a quick, refreshing, and fruity blend of blackberry, ginger, and lime that’s delicious on its own or with a kick of bourbon, making it the perfect centerpiece for your summer table.

Why You Will Love This Recipe

This punch is my secret weapon for effortless entertaining. Whether I’m hosting a family reunion or a casual backyard get-together, this recipe is just the ticket. I love that it’s incredibly flavorful and satisfying for everyone the non-alcoholic version is a hit with all ages, while the option to add bourbon lets guests customize their drink. Using frozen blackberries as natural ice cubes keeps it cold without dilution, which is a game-changer for long, lazy porch sessions.

Ingredients

• 3 cups fresh blackberries
• 4 cups chilled sweet tea
• 2 cups cold water
• 1/2 cup fresh lime juice (from 5 limes)
• 4 (12-oz.) cans chilled nonalcoholic ginger beer
• 1 (16-oz.) bag frozen blackberries
• Ice
• Lime slices
• Mint sprigs

Step-by-step instructions for making the recipe

1. Place the 3 cups of fresh blackberries in a large bowl. Use a potato masher to mash them thoroughly until they are completely broken down.
2. Pour the mashed blackberries through a fine-mesh strainer set over a bowl or large measuring cup. Use a spoon to press firmly on the pulp to extract all the deep purple juice. Discard the leftover seeds and pulp.
3. Pour the fresh blackberry juice into a large punch bowl (4- to 6-quart capacity).
4. Stir in the chilled sweet tea, cold water, and fresh lime juice until everything is well combined.
5. Gently stir in the chilled ginger beer and the entire bag of frozen blackberries. Be careful not to stir too vigorously to maintain the ginger beer’s fizz.
6. To serve, place ice in individual cups and ladle the punch over top. Garnish each serving with a slice of lime and a fresh sprig of mint.

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Blackberry-Lime Porch Punch

Whip up the ultimate crowd-pleaser with this Blackberry-Lime Porch Punch, a big-batch drink that’s wonderfully adaptable for any gathering. It’s a quick, refreshing, and fruity blend of blackberry, ginger, and lime that’s delicious on its own or with a kick of bourbon.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 0 minutes mins

Total Time 20 minutes mins

Servings: 12 servings

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: American

Calories: 110

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 3 cups fresh blackberries
• 4 cups chilled sweet tea
• 2 cups cold water
• 1/2 cup fresh lime juice from 5 limes
• 4 cans nonalcoholic ginger beer 12-oz. each, chilled
• 1 bag frozen blackberries 16-oz.
• Ice for serving
• Lime slices for garnish
• Mint sprigs for garnish

Equipment

• Large Punch Bowl
• Fine-Mesh Strainer
• Potato Masher

Method

 

1. Place the 3 cups of fresh blackberries in a large bowl. Use a potato masher to mash them thoroughly until they are completely broken down.
   3 cups fresh blackberries
2. Pour the mashed blackberries through a fine-mesh strainer set over a bowl or large measuring cup. Use a spoon to press firmly on the pulp to extract all the deep purple juice. Discard the leftover seeds and pulp.
3. Pour the fresh blackberry juice into a large punch bowl (4- to 6-quart capacity).
4. Stir in the chilled sweet tea, cold water, and fresh lime juice until everything is well combined.
   4 cups chilled sweet tea, 2 cups cold water, 1/2 cup fresh lime juice
5. Gently stir in the chilled ginger beer and the entire bag of frozen blackberries. Be careful not to stir too vigorously to maintain the ginger beer’s fizz.
   4 cans nonalcoholic ginger beer, 1 bag frozen blackberries
6. To serve, place ice in individual cups and ladle the punch over top. Garnish each serving with a slice of lime and a fresh sprig of mint.
   Ice, Lime slices, Mint sprigs

Notes

For an alcoholic version, stir in 1 to 2 cups of bourbon with the sweet tea and water. The frozen blackberries act as natural ice cubes to keep the punch cold without diluting it. For best results, add the ginger beer just before serving to preserve its carbonation.

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