Mulled gin punch recipe

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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