Elevate Your Holiday Party with This Signature Brandy Punch
When it comes to hosting a memorable holiday gathering, the perfect drink can make all the difference. This year, impress your guests with a sophisticated and refreshing brandy punch, courtesy of Laura Royer at The Rose Club at The Plaza Hotel.
A Balanced Blend of Flavors
This potent yet nicely balanced punch combines the richness of Cognac with the brightness of lemon juice, the subtlety of black tea, and the sweetness of simple syrup. The addition of Cointreau adds a smooth, velvety texture, while Brut Champagne provides a festive touch.
Elegant Garnish and Ice Ring
To take your punch to the next level, create a beautiful ice ring by filling a Bundt pan or ring mold with citrus slices and water, then freezing. Allow it to sit at room temperature for a few minutes to make unmolding easier. For a fragrant garnish, use sliced citrus fruits such as oranges and grapefruits.
Simple Syrup with a Twist
Making simple syrup is a breeze, but for an added layer of flavor, try using brown sugar instead of white. You can also experiment with adding a few dashes of Angostura bitters and grated fresh nutmeg to the finished punch for an extra boost of holiday flavor.
Recipe Details
Yield: 40 servings
Difficulty: Easy
Total Time: 5 minutes
Active Time: 5 minutes
Ingredients:
- 32 ounces lemon juice
- 8 ounces black tea
- 32 ounces simple syrup
- 8 ounces Cointreau
- 32 ounces Cognac (such as Hennessy VSOP)
- 2 bottles Brut Champagne
- 1 ice ring
- Sliced citrus fruits (such as oranges and grapefruits) for garnish
Instructions:
- Add a scoop of ice to a large punch bowl.
- Combine the lemon juice, black tea, simple syrup, Cointreau, and Cognac. Stir gently.
- Add the ice ring.
- Top with Brut Champagne.
- Garnish with lemon and orange slices and serve.
This signature brandy punch is sure to be a hit at your holiday party. With its complex flavors and elegant presentation, it’s the perfect drink to impress your guests and make your gathering unforgettable.
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