Best Punch Bowls
Whether you are looking for a traditional means to serve punch, or an alternative way to treat your guests to a fresh batch of sangria or favorite cocktail, punch bowls are a great solution. Often paired with a ladle and glasses, punch bowls can provide a functional statement piece while entertaining. Design, material, and accessories are key elements to evaluate when selecting a punch bowl. We’ve reviewed four great punch bowls on the market and provided their best features and benefits below.
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Most Lightweight
Heavyweight Clear Plastic 2 Gallon Punch Bowl
Lightweight Plastic Punch Bowl
2-gallon punch bowl made of strong, lightweight plastic with a beautiful floral design that resembles glass.
What We Liked
The Heavyweight Clear Plastic 2 Gallon Punch Bowl is made of strong, clear plastic. We liked that the punch bowl was lightweight and had a soft, floral design. The 5oz ladle is great for serving into cups. The 2-gallon size is great for serving a large number of guests. Get it here.
Most Elegant
Elegance Hammered 3-Gallon Stainless Steel Doublewall Punch Bowl
Stainless Steel Punch Bowl
Punch bowl made of hammered stainless steel that provides an elegant way to serve punch to guests.
What We Liked
The Elegance Hammered 3-Gallon Stainless Steel Doublewall Punch Bowl comes with a 1yr warranty. We liked that the stainless-steel bowl was solid and sturdy. We found the dishwasher-safe material to be a great feature for easy clean-up. Buy it now.
Great Hosting Set
Libbey Selene Punch Bowl Set with 8 Punch Glasses
Punch Bowl Set w/ Glasses
10 pc punch bowl set with punch bowl, ladle, and 7 punch glasses.
What We Liked
The Libbey Selene Punch Bowl Set with 8 Punch Glasses is fantastic for hosting. We liked that this versatile bowl and coordinating ladle were free of lead. The punch bowl set is a great value and would be the perfect wedding gift. Buy it here.
Most Traditional
Party Essentials N124563 Hard Plastic 12-Quart Embossed Punch Bowl
Embossed Punch Bowl
12Q punch bowl made of clear plastic, embossed with a traditional vine motif.
What We Liked
The Party Essentials N124563 Hard Plastic 12-Quart Embossed Punch Bowl is made of crystal clear, hard plastic. We liked that the punch bowl had a beautiful vine motif embossed on it. We found the punch bowl to be generous in size and despite the plastic material, it resembled traditional cut glass. Get it now.