Witches’ brew punch is the bubbling green drink that makes any Halloween party feel magical. Pineapple juice, lime juice, and lemon-lime soda swirl together with scoops of lime sherbet that foam into a spooky, frothy brew.

This easy non-alcoholic Halloween punch for kids takes just 10 minutes and serves a crowd. If you want green witches’ brew punch with lime sherbet, this recipe has the right balance of sweet, tart, and fizzy.

Recipe at a Glance

Prep Time	10 minutes
Cook Time	0 minutes
Total Time	10 minutes
Servings	12 servings (about 3 quarts)
Category	Drink / Halloween

Why You’ll Love This Witches’ Brew Punch

Ready in 10 minutes with simple ingredients
Fizzy, foamy, and bright green for spooky effect
Non-alcoholic and kid-friendly
Easy to scale for large parties
Fun to decorate with gummy worms and candy eyes

Ingredients You’ll Need

4 cups chilled pineapple juice
½ cup fresh lime juice
6 cups (48 ounces) chilled lemon-lime soda or ginger ale
1 pint (2 cups) lime sherbet
Optional: a few drops of green food coloring
To garnish: gummy worms, lime slices, and plastic spiders (kept out of the drink)

How to Make Witches’ Brew Punch

Chill the pineapple juice, lime juice, and soda for several hours or overnight.
Pour the pineapple juice and lime juice into a large punch bowl or drink dispenser and stir in the food coloring, if using.
Slowly pour in the chilled soda just before serving.
Add scoops of lime sherbet so they float and foam on top.
Garnish with lime slices and gummy worms on the rim of the bowl.
Ladle into cups and serve right away.

Tips for the Best Green Halloween Punch

Chill everything well so the punch stays cold without watering down.
Add the soda and sherbet right before serving to keep it fizzy and foamy.
Freeze some of the juice into ice cubes to chill the punch without dilution.
Use a clear bowl or cauldron-style dispenser for extra effect.
Keep gummy worms and toy decorations on the rim or outside the punch.

Variations to Try: Witches’ Brew Punch Ideas

Use rainbow sherbet for a swirled, multicolor brew.
Swap pineapple juice for white grape juice or lemonade.
For adults, add vodka or rum to individual glasses only.
Float dry ice only if handled by adults and never ingested.

How to Store It

Punch is best served immediately. Leftover juice mixture without soda or sherbet can be refrigerated for up to 3 days. Do not store punch with sherbet, as it will melt and flatten the soda.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you make green Halloween punch without food coloring?

Lime sherbet and lime juice already tint the punch light green. Add a few drops of food coloring if you want a deeper shade.

Can I make witches’ brew punch ahead of time?

You can mix the juices ahead, but add the soda and sherbet right before serving so it stays fizzy and foamy.

How many people does this punch serve?

It makes about 12 servings of 1 cup each, and the recipe easily doubles for larger parties.

Is dry ice safe in punch?

Dry ice should never be eaten or placed directly in drinks; use it only for adult-supervised display outside the drinking portion, if at all.