Claret Punch is a traditional large-batch beverage that combines red wine, brandy, fresh lemon juice, and carbonated water into a refreshing drink for gatherings. Its balance of spirit and citrus makes it ideal for serving to groups.
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Juice of 1 Dozen Lemons
Add enough powdered sugar to sweeten.
Place large block of ice in punch bowl and stir well.
Boston Five Star Brandy
Carbonated Water
Some prefer to add the strained contents of a pot of tea.
Stir well and decorate with fruits in season.
Serve in 4 oz.
punch glasses.
Store the mixed punch (without carbonated water) in a sealed pitcher in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours; add carbonated water immediately before serving.
punch bowl · large pitcher
Claret refers to dry red Bordeaux wine. You can substitute any quality dry red wine like Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot in similar proportions.
Mix the claret, brandy, lemon juice, and curacao several hours ahead. Add carbonated water just before serving to preserve carbonation.
Serve chilled over ice in a punch bowl. The large batch size (about 1 gallon total) makes it ideal for 12+ guests.
Curacao provides citrus liqueur sweetness and complexity that balances the dry wine and brandy without added sugar.
Yes, divide all ingredients by 4 for a single serving or by 2 for a smaller batch, maintaining the same proportions.
