CLARET PUNCH

Name: CLARET PUNCH
Ingredients: 2/3 cup Shaved ice (Quantity estimated to fill a large bar glass 2/3 full.); 3 teaspoons Superfine sugar (Bar sugar) (Originally '3 teaspoonfuls Bar Sugar'.); 4 dashes Lemon juice (Freshly squeezed recommended.); 2 slices Orange slices; 3 ounces Claret (Red Bordeaux wine) (Originally '2 jiggers'. Converted to modern measurement (1 jigger = 1.5 oz).); 1 handful Fresh fruit (berries or orange slice) (For garnish. Quantity estimated.)

This refreshing 1917 classic transforms robust red Bordeaux wine into a delightful, chilled punch perfect for warm afternoons. Sweetened with bar sugar and brightened with zesty lemon juice and fresh orange slices, the Claret Punch offers a sophisticated balance of fruity and dry notes. Served chilled and dressed with seasonal fruit, it provides an elegant and cooling escape in every sip.

Ingredients

2/3 cup Shaved ice (Quantity estimated to fill a large bar glass 2/3 full.)
3 teaspoons Superfine sugar (Bar sugar) (Originally '3 teaspoonfuls Bar Sugar'.)
4 dashes Lemon juice (Freshly squeezed recommended.)
2 slices Orange slices
3 ounces Claret (Red Bordeaux wine) (Originally '2 jiggers'. Converted to modern measurement (1 jigger = 1.5 oz).)
1 handful Fresh fruit (berries or orange slice) (For garnish. Quantity estimated.)

Instructions

1Fill a large bar glass or cocktail shaker approximately 2/3 full with shaved ice. Add the sugar, lemon juice, orange slices, and Claret.
2Shake the mixture vigorously to chill and blend the flavors. Strain the liquid into a thin serving glass.
3Dress the drink with fresh fruit (such as berries or an orange slice) and serve immediately with straws.