I wish I had a function that I needed to take this too. The recipe makes a lot of punch!
It has a lovely summery flavor though. The syrup adds just the right amount of sweetness to counter the tartness of the orange and lime juices.
Peppermint – I thought that was a strange addition. But it really is nice. Just a hint of mint.
I don’t really like gin, or at least I thought I didn’t like gin. This is the second gin drink recipe I have tried, and honestly, I have liked them both. Maybe it’s the martini I don’t like. . . .
I didn’t remember to make an ice ring, but ice cubes worked just fine I think!
This would be a great addition to your backyard summer barbecue!
MANDERIN PUNCH
2 Cups Superfine Sugar
1 ½ Cups Water
24 Whole Cloves
2 Cinnamon Sticks
6 Ounces Frozen Orange Juice, Thawed
¾ Cup Lime Juice
3 Drops Peppermint Extract
1 Cup Dry Gin
12 Ounces Club Soda
Ice Ring
Combine sugar, water, cloves, and cinnamon in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 10 minutes. Strain and cool. Pour syrup, orange juice, lime juice, peppermint extract, and gin over an ice ring placed in a punch bowl. Add club soda. Decorate with mint leaves.
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