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I love making this rainbow sherbet punch recipe when I want to add a splash of fruity fun to any celebration. It comes together in minutes with fizzy lemon-lime soda, sweet fruit punch, and creamy scoops of colorful sherbet. Every sip is bright, refreshing, and packed with nostalgia, making it my go-to drink for baby showers, bridal showers, and wowing guests at holiday gatherings.

Colorful rainbow sherbet punch floats pink, yellow, and orange scoops in creamy base.
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No fancy mixer or complicated steps are needed to create bubbles in this beverage. Just scoop, stir, and watch the magic as the sherbet floats and fizzes on top. Toss in a handful of frozen berries for extra sparkle or switch up the flavors to make it your own. It’s a little sweet, a little fizzy, and a whole lot of party in a punch bowl.

Why My Readers Love This Recipe

This easy and colorful fruit punch with rainbow sherbet is a favorite for its fun flavors and simple prep.

  • Quick and easy rainbow sherbet punch recipe with just four simple ingredients and minutes to make
  • Perfect party drink for kids and adults that is colorful, festive, and great for birthday parties, wedding showers, or holiday celebrations
  • Eye-catching presentation with creamy sherbet swirls that make every punch bowl Instagram-worthy
  • Customizable party punch you can tweak with different sherbet flavors, juices, or even an adult twist
  • Budget-friendly crowd pleaser that serves a large group without breaking the bank.

For more fun party drinks, check out my Rum Punch or the crowd favorite Margarita By The Gallon.

Ingredients Notes

Rainbow Sherbet Punch ingredients.
  • Lemon-lime soda: Sprite, 7Up, Mountain Dew, Sierra Mist, or any brand works. You can also use ginger ale or Fresca for a slightly different flavor or replace the soda with sparkling water, flavored seltzer, club soda, or additional fruit juice for a non-carbonated version.
  • Hawaiian fruit punch: Can be substituted with pineapple juice, orange juice, grape juice, or a tropical blend.
  • Frozen limeade: Cherry limeade or frozen orange juice concentrate work as substitutes.
  • Rainbow sherbet: Can be substituted with strawberry, raspberry, lime, or orange sherbet.

See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.

Recipe Variations

  • Classic sherbet punch: Orange sherbet, pineapple juice, and lemon-lime soda make a bright, crowd-pleasing favorite.
  • Halloween sherbet punch: Lime sherbet punch is spooky and fun for Halloween parties.
  • Adult version: Add rum, vodka, Champagne, or Prosecco for a grown-up twist to get the party started.
  • Holiday themes:
    • Christmas: Red punch with lime sherbet for a festive holiday splash
    • Valentine’s Day: Pink or red sherbet with fruit punch for a sweet, romantic treat
    • Easter: Soft pastel sherbet colors for a cheerful spring vibe
    • Summer: Tropical juice with orange sherbet for a sunny, refreshing treat
Pink foamy Rainbow Sherbet Punch fills a glass bowl, with a ladle scooping colorful scoops.

How to Make Rainbow Sherbet Punch

Step 1
Mix the liquids: Pour the Hawaiian punch, lemon-lime soda, and thawed limeade into a large punch bowl. Stir gently to combine.
mix ingredients into the bowl.

Step 2
Add the sherbet: Use an ice cream scoop to drop scoops of sherbet on top just before serving so it stays cold and foamy.
adding ice cream to sherbet punch.

Step 3
Serve: Ladle into cups and enjoy immediately while fizzy and refreshing.

Recipe Tips

  • Freeze the scoops: Pre-scoop the sherbet onto a parchment-lined tray and freeze to slow melting in your party punch.
  • Add frozen fruit: Raspberries, strawberries, pineapple chunks, or mango cubes keep the punch cold without watering it down.
  • Chill everything first: Using cold liquid helps keep the sherbet from melting too quickly.
  • Lighten it up: Swap in diet soda, sparkling water, or use half juice and half soda for a less sweet rainbow sherbet punch.
  • Scale easily: Double or triple the recipe for larger crowds and keep extra sherbet frozen to add as needed.
Rainbow sherbet punch in a clear glass bowl with pink foam and colorful scoops.

Frequently Asked Questions

What if I can’t find rainbow sherbet?

Any fruity sherbet works. Strawberry, raspberry, orange, or lime sherbet all taste great. Use whatever your store has stocked.

Do I have to use lemon-lime soda?

The soda adds sweetness and fizz, but you can swap in ginger ale for a softer flavor. Just remember that leftover punch loses carbonation quickly.

Can I make this without soda?

Yes, you can use extra fruit punch instead. The drink will be sweeter and heavier, though, since soda keeps it bright and bubbly.

How do I keep the punch cold during a party?

Use very cold ingredients, freeze some of the fruit punch in ice cube trays, or keep extra sherbet in the freezer to refresh the punch halfway through. Avoid regular ice cubes as they dilute the flavor.

My punch tastes too sweet. What can I do?

If the sweetness of the punch tastes too strong, stir in a splash of soda or cold water to balance it. Add a little at a time until the sweetness feels right.

Why did my punch lose its fizz?

Once the soda mixes with other ingredients, the carbonation fades over time. That’s normal, which is why the punch tastes best freshly mixed.

Can I add alcohol for an adult version?

Yes, but it changes the recipe. A light-tasting option like vodka works best. Add a little at a time and taste as you go.

What garnishes work well?

Frozen strawberries, frozen raspberries, or slices of fresh fruit like oranges and limes look pretty and help keep the punch cold.

Make Ahead & Storage Instructions

  • Make ahead: Mix the soda, fruit punch, and limeade up to 4 hours in advance and refrigerate. Add the sherbet right before serving so it stays frozen and foamy.
  • Store: Keep leftovers in the refrigerator. The soda will lose fizz and the sherbet will melt quickly, so it’s best enjoyed fresh.
  • Reheat: Not needed. Serve cold only.
  • Freeze: Not recommended. The carbonation and dairy in the sherbet separate when frozen.
Two tall glasses of Rainbow Sherbet Punch show pink foam over red liquid, striped straws ready.

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If you’re putting together a full party spread, these easy recipes pair perfectly with rainbow sherbet punch:

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Rainbow sherbet punch in a clear glass bowl with pink, orange, and yellow scoops.

Rainbow Sherbet Punch

Author — Jennifer Fishkind
Serves — 20
This recipe for rainbow sherbet punch recipe blends fizzy soda, sweet fruit punch, and creamy scoops of sherbet into a colorful, crowd-pleasing party drink. Quick, easy, and perfect for any celebration.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes

Ingredients
 

  • 2 liter lemon-lime soda
  • 64 ounces (½ gallon) hawaiian fruit punch
  • 6 ounces (½ can) frozen limeade thawed
  • 2 quarts (½ gallon) rainbow sherbet

Instructions
 

  • Using a large punch bowl, add the 6 ounces of thawed limeade, hawaiian punch and lemon-lime soda.
    64 ounces (½ gallon) hawaiian fruit punch, 6 ounces (½ can) frozen limeade, 2 liter lemon-lime soda
  • Just before serving, spoon the rainbow sherbet into the punch. Serve immediately.
    2 quarts (½ gallon) rainbow sherbet

Jenn’s Notes

Storage:
  • To Store: You can store any leftovers in the refrigerator, but it does loose some of the fizz, and the sherbet melts very quickly.
Tips:
  • I recommend freezing your sherbet in scoops. This will prevent it from melting as soon as it is added to the punch. If you want to get nice round balls of sherbet, scoop sherbet with an ice cream scoop onto a parchment lined tray and place in freezer for at least 30 minutes.
  • You can freeze a few extra scoops of sherbet and add to the punch if the sherbet foams melts or the scoops are all taken.
  • The punch will become sweeter if you add more sherbet, so you may want to add more liquid as well.

Nutrition Info

Calories: 223kcal | Carbohydrates: 51g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 57mg | Potassium: 184mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 43g | Vitamin A: 44IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 61mg | Iron: 1mg
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