This pineapple punch mocktail is bright, fizzy and tropical with zero alcohol, so everyone at the party can refill their glass without thinking twice. It layers pineapple juice with citrus and a splash of ginger ale, then loads the pitcher with fresh fruit for color and flavor.
We make versions of this all the time for family friendly events, office parties and baby showers where you want something more fun than soda. Behind the bar it is one of the easiest drinks to maintain during service. You batch the base in a dispenser, add bubbles as needed and keep topping up the fruit so it always looks fresh.
How to Make Pineapple Punch Mocktail
- Chill the ingredients. A few hours before serving, refrigerate the pineapple juice, orange juice, cranberry juice, lime juice and soda so everything starts well chilled. Cold ingredients mean your ice will melt more slowly.
- Build the punch base. In a large pitcher, punch bowl or drink dispenser, combine the pineapple juice, orange juice, cranberry juice and lime juice. Stir in 1/4 cup simple syrup or agave, then taste and add more sweetener if you want a softer, less tart punch.
- Add fruit. Stir in the pineapple chunks, orange slices and lime slices. This turns the dispenser into a centerpiece and gently infuses more fruit flavor as it sits.
- Top with bubbles. Right before serving, pour in the chilled lemon lime soda or club soda. Stir gently so you do not knock out all the fizz.
- Garnish and serve. Fill glasses with ice and ladle or pour in the pineapple punch mocktail. Garnish each glass with a piece of pineapple, a citrus slice and a sprig of mint. For gatherings where some guests drink alcohol, keep bottles of rum or vodka next to the dispenser so adults can add a splash to their own glass without changing the base.
Bartender notes
- At events, we pre mix the juice base and fruit in drink dispensers, then train staff to only top with soda as the level drops so the punch stays bubbly all night.
- If the punch will sit outside on a warm patio, freeze some pineapple juice in a ring mold and float it as a flavored ice block rather than using plain ice that will water the drink down.
- Use 100 percent juices when possible for better flavor and less added sugar. You can always adjust sweetness with simple syrup right before service.
Pineapple Punch Mocktail Variations
- Orange pineapple summer mocktail. Skip the cranberry and use equal parts pineapple juice and orange juice. Top with soda water and garnish with orange slices and mint for a lighter, more citrus forward drink.
- Pineapple ginger sparkler. Replace half of the soda with ginger ale and add a few slices of fresh ginger to the pitcher. This gives the punch a light spice that works well for holiday parties.
- Piña colada style mocktail. Swap one cup of pineapple juice for coconut milk and garnish with toasted coconut and pineapple wedges. It reads like a tropical piña colada but stays alcohol free.
- Cinderella inspired punch. Add a splash of grenadine for color and a little extra orange juice to echo a classic Cinderella mocktail. Top with ginger ale instead of lemon lime soda.
- Party punch bar. Keep the base mocktail in a dispenser and offer rum, tequila or vodka on the side for guests who want to turn their glass into a cocktail. This is one of our favorite setups for mixed age holiday parties.
Serving Suggestions
We like to pour pineapple punch mocktails for baby showers, kids parties, corporate open houses and holiday events where you want something fun in the glass without any alcohol. It looks beautiful in a glass drink dispenser packed with fruit and mint.
Pair it with salty snacks like chips and guacamole, pineapple salsa, coconut shrimp or simple fruit and cheese boards. For more holiday friendly options, you can set this pitcher next to boozy twists like our Pineapple Rum Punch, Christmas Rum Punch or Cranberry Citrus Punch so every guest can choose their comfort level.
Make Ahead and Storage
- Mix the juices and fruit up to 24 hours in advance and store covered in the refrigerator.
- Add the soda and any ice within 15 to 30 minutes of serving so the punch stays bubbly.
- Leftover punch without soda or ice will keep up to 3 days in the fridge. Once soda and ice are added, it is best on the same day.
Nutrition Information
Approximate nutrition per serving, based on 8 mocktail servings and using lemon lime soda. Values will change if you adjust sweetness or use club soda instead.
- Serving size: 1 cup punch
- Calories: 140
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Sugar: 30 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Fat: 0 g
- Sodium: 25 mg
More Pineapple and Holiday Punch Recipes
Planning a bigger holiday party and thinking about offering both mocktails and full strength cocktails. Use our Alcohol Shopping List Calculator to estimate how many bottles you need for the boozy side of the menu, then visit our bartender booking page if you would like our team to handle service so you can stay with your guests.
You can also browse more drink ideas in our cocktail recipes collection and the full Christmas cocktail recipes guide for seasonal sips that fit your event.
Pineapple Punch Mocktail FAQs
Is there a non alcoholic version of pineapple punch?
Yes. This recipe is written as a zero proof pineapple punch mocktail that skips the liquor completely and relies on pineapple juice, citrus juice and soda for flavor. If you want to offer both options at a party, keep the mocktail in a dispenser and set bottles of rum or vodka on the side so adults can spike their own glass without changing the base.
What non alcoholic drinks can I make with pineapple juice?
Pineapple juice plays well with orange juice, cranberry juice, coconut milk, ginger ale and soda water. You can build simple orange pineapple spritzers, pineapple ginger fizz mocktails, piña colada style drinks with coconut or a Cinderella style punch with citrus and grenadine. This pineapple punch mocktail is one of our go to options because it scales nicely for a crowd.
How do I keep pineapple punch cold without watering it down?
Freeze some pineapple juice in a silicone mold or bundt pan and use that as an ice ring in your punch bowl. As it melts it keeps the punch cold and adds more pineapple flavor rather than diluting the drink with plain water. You can also freeze a few pineapple chunks and citrus slices into the ring for extra color.
Can I make pineapple punch mocktail ahead of time?
You can mix the juices and fruit 12 to 24 hours in advance and keep them covered in the fridge. Wait to add soda and ice until just before serving so the punch stays fizzy and does not go flat or watered down.
How do I turn this pineapple mocktail into a cocktail?
The easiest way is to keep the base alcohol free and let guests customize their own glass. Offer light rum, coconut rum, tequila or vodka at the bar. We usually suggest one to one and a half ounces of spirit per glass of punch so the drink stays balanced and not overly strong.
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