Orange Champagne Punch – Citrus Sparkle for Celebrations

The Orange Champagne Punch

Lively, light, and full of fizz—this punch brings together crisp champagne, sunny orange juice, and just enough ginger-sweet sparkle to keep the celebration going.

Background

This sparkling bowl traces its roots to classic champagne punches of the early 1900s—elegant yet effortless drinks built for gatherings rather than single servings.

What You’ll Need

Ingredients

• Champagne – adds bubbles and sophistication.
• Ginger Ale – provides gentle sweetness and effervescence.
• Orange Juice – brings bright citrus freshness.
• Frozen Strawberries – keep it chilled and colorful.

Equipment

• Punch bowl or large pitcher
• Long spoon or ladle
• Champagne flutes or coupe glasses

Why You’ll Love It

This is a crowd-pleaser: sweet but balanced, refreshing but rich. Each sip sparkles with citrus brightness and champagne’s crisp edge.

Substitutions & Variations

• Use Prosecco or Cava for a budget-friendly twist.
• Swap in grapefruit juice for a tart edge.
• Add a splash of triple sec or peach schnapps for depth.
• Make it a mocktail with sparkling water in place of champagne.

Helpful Tips

• Chill every ingredient well—ice dulls the bubbles.
• Add the champagne last to preserve fizz.
• Float the berries just before serving for a picture-perfect look.
• Works great batched ahead: mix juice + ginger ale early, top with champagne when guests arrive.