Pomander Tequila Winter Punch

Recipe and Photos courtesy of Scarletta Bakes

Try serving this lovely punch in our 6 oz punch cups! Pomander Tequila Winter Punch 4 c. apple juice 1 c. tequila reposado 1 stick canela (a stick of cinnamon may be substituted) 2 oranges cloves, dried Prepare a pomander by pushing the pointed ends of the dried clove buds into the skin of one of the oranges in the pattern of your choosing. Set aside. Combine the apple juice and stick of canela in a large stockpot. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer for approximately 10 minutes. Remove the cooked apple juice, along with the stick of canela, to a large punch bowl. Add the tequila and pomander and allow the punch to steep for awhile before serving. As I mentioned above, I think this punch is most flavorful if you assemble it the day before serving. If your schedule requires or you prefer, you can assemble it as few as 30 minutes before serving. Once you’re ready to serve the punch, slice the remaining orange into quarter-inch slices. Stud the slices with the remaining cloves, garnish your glasses with the studded slices, and serve (you can serve chilled or at room temperature, whichever you prefer). YIELD: approximately 4-6 servings