Herbed Party Punch

Name: Herbed Party Punch
Ingredients: 2 bunches lemon balm, sprigs on long stems, if possible; 2 bunches mint, on long stems, if possible; 46 ounces pineapple juice, canned or 46 ounces unfiltered apple juice or 46 ounces apple cider; 2 lemons, juice of; 1 lemon, cut in thin slices; sparkling water or champagne, to taste

6 ingredients

7 steps

Ingredients

2 bunches lemon balm, sprigs on long stems, if possible
2 bunches mint, on long stems, if possible
46 ounces pineapple juice, canned or 46 ounces unfiltered apple juice or 46 ounces apple cider
2 lemons, juice of
1 lemon, cut in thin slices
sparkling water or champagne, to taste

Directions

1

Place lemon balm and mint sprigs in bottom of a large glass pitcher.
2

Gently muddle the herbs with the back of a wooden spoon to release their flavor.
3

Cover with the juices and the lemon slices.
4

Cover the pitcher and chill, occasionally stirring and pressing down on the herbs with the spoon.
5

Pour into iced glasses and add a splash of sparkling water or champagne.
6

Garnish with a sprig of lemon balm or mint.
7

Makes about 10 4-oz servings.