Mulled gin punch recipe

An interesting cross between mulled wine and a gin punch, this drink is ideal for winter sipping

(Image credit: Bathtub Gin)

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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Rebekah Evans joined The Week as newsletter editor in 2023 and has written on subjects ranging from Ukraine and Afghanistan to fast fashion and "brotox". She started her career at Reach plc, where she cut her teeth on news, before pivoting into personal finance at the height of the pandemic and cost-of-living crisis. Social affairs is another of her passions, and she has interviewed people from across the world and from all walks of life. Rebekah completed an NCTJ with the Press Association and has written for publications including The Guardian, The Week magazine, the Press Association and local newspapers.