Q1: What is the absolute, number one secret to a great party punch?

The secret is to use well-chilled ingredients and to add your carbonated beverages at the very last minute . This is the key that will ensure your punch is refreshingly cold and perfectly fizzy and bubbly when you serve it.

Q2: Can I use frozen blackberries instead of fresh?

Yes, absolutely! For the best result, be sure to thaw your frozen blackberries completely before you blend them into a puree.

Q3: How do I make my own simple syrup?

It's so easy! Simply combine equal parts granulated sugar and water (for example, 1 cup of sugar and 1 cup of water) in a small saucepan. Heat over a medium heat, stirring, just until the sugar has completely dissolved. Let it cool completely before you use it

Q4: Can I make this punch less sweet?

Of course! To reduce the sweetness, you can simply use less simple syrup to your taste, or you can substitute the sweet lemon-lime soda with a more neutral, unsweetened club soda or sparkling water .

Q5: What are some other fun garnish ideas?

A few sprigs of fresh mint would be a fantastic and fragrant addition to the punch bowl or to each individual glass.

Refreshing Blackberry Lemonade Punch (Easy Mocktail!)

An easy, no-cook recipe for a refreshing and vibrant ‘Blackberry Lemonade Punch Mocktail.’ This simple, kid-friendly party drink features a flavorful base made from a homemade fresh blackberry puree, lemon juice, and blackberry lemonade. Just before serving, the punch is topped with a fizzy lemon-lime soda. The finished drink is a beautiful deep purple color and is garnished with fresh blackberries and lemon slices.

Author: Grace

Ingredients

1 cup fresh blackberries, plus extra for garnish
1/2 cup fresh-squeezed lemon juice
1/4 cup simple syrup
2 cups blackberry lemonade
2 cups lemon-lime soda (e.g., Sprite), chilled
Ice cubes
Lemon slices, for garnish

Instructions

First, create a blackberry puree by blending 1 cup of fresh blackberries in a blender until smooth. For a seedless punch, strain the puree through a fine-mesh sieve.
In a large pitcher or punch bowl, combine the blackberry puree, lemon juice, simple syrup, and blackberry lemonade. Stir well to combine.
Just before serving, gently pour in the chilled lemon-lime soda and stir slowly to preserve the carbonation.
Fill serving glasses with ice and pour in the punch.
Garnish each glass with extra fresh blackberries and a lemon slice.

Notes

This is a very quick, no-cook party punch that is perfect for all ages.
For the best result and maximum fizziness, ensure all liquid ingredients are well-chilled and add the carbonated soda just before you are ready to serve.
Straining the blackberry puree after blending is an optional step that will result in a smoother, seedless punch.
This recipe is a mocktail, so it is naturally non-alcoholic.

Find it online: https://www.eatswithsoul.com/refreshing-blackberry-lemonade-punch/