October 11: Gothic Punch

Having guests? This punch is designed to serve up to 10 people.

Taste profile: primarily sweet with a bit of sour

Ingredients:

• 1 bottle (750ml) Grand Marnier
• 4 quarts grape juice
• 1 bottle (750ml) Claret
• 3 oranges or 1 pineapple, cut up.
• 10 tbsp sugar
• 1 bottle (750ml) Champagne

I recommend that first you combine the sugar with the grape juice and stir until the sugar is dissolved. If you try this after it is added to the punchbowl, the ice will impede your ability to dissolve the sugar. Once the sugar is dissolved, mix all the liquids in a large punch bowl over ice and allow to stand for at least half an hour to fully chill.

Then add one bottle (750ml) of your favorite champagne and serve.

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