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Punch

Bishop

Why this once popular drink has faded into obscurity is a mystery to us. It's relatively light but packed with flavor, and it deserves to reclaim its place in the punchtheon.

Berry Rum Punch

A fresh raspberry syrup infuses this pretty drink with bright fruit flavor.

Ginger Pineapple Sparkling Punch

A splash of vodka or gin transforms this lively punch into a festive cocktail.

Fish House Punch

This punch — containing rum, Cognac, and peach brandy — is potent. If it packs a bit too much of a wallop for your taste, you can dilute it with cold black tea, a common mixer for this particular punch, or with seltzer water, for a bit of fizz. Some punch bowls may not be big enough to accommodate the size ice block we call for — feel free to use other freezing containers that are more suitably shaped. And though the block is a classic part of this recipe, you can, of course, simply serve the punch in a pitcher over ice cubes.

Vanilla Strawberry Cooler

A vanilla bean is an extravagance that lends a note of sophistication to this drink, but extract is a fine substitute.

Glögg

(Hot Scandanavian Christmas Punch)

Mike's Milk Punch

Try this frothy, creamy cocktail instead of eggnog to kick off your Christmas festivities.

Strawberry-Kiwi Sangria with Rosé Geranium

This sweetly refreshing summer cooler contains no alcohol, but the wild-berry tea and pureed strawberries give it that sangria color. For guests who prefer their beverages a bit more spirited, B. Smith recommends adding white Muscat or light rum to taste.