Distilled with six fresh botanicals of orange peel, juniper, coriander seed, cassia, cardamom and cloves, Bathtub Gin forms the basis of this punch. Comprising a medley of winter flavours including fresh citrus, the zing of star anise and a twist of cinnamon, it is the perfect treat to enjoy by the fireside this Christmas.
Ingredients:
- 1 l cider
- 250ml freshly squeezed orange juice (about 3-4 oranges)
- 100ml maple syrup or honey (adjust to taste)
- 2-3 cinnamon sticks
- 4-5 whole cloves
- 3-4 star anise
- 1-2 fresh oranges, sliced into rounds
- 1 fresh lemon, sliced into rounds
- 500ml Bathtub Gin
Method:
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- In a large saucepan, combine all the ingredients except the gin.
- Slowly bring the mixture to a very gentle simmer over low heat for 20 minutes to infuse the flavours into the cider. Do not let it boil as this will evaporate the alcohol.
- Once the punch is warm and fragrant, remove it from the heat and stir in the gin.
- Let the punch sit for a few minutes to allow the flavours to meld together.
- Serve warm.
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