Perspection Punch

Ingredients

• 12 oz Perspection Apple Crisp Gin (1.5 cups)
• 8 oz fresh apple cider (1 cup)
• 4 oz fresh lemon juice (½ cup)
• 3 oz ginger liqueur such as Domaine de Canton (⅓ cup + 1 tbsp)
• 2 oz maple syrup (¼ cup)
• 12 oz sparkling apple cider (1.5 cups) – add just before serving
• Apple slices for garnish
• Star anise for garnish
• Fresh rosemary sprigs for garnish
• Ice block or large ice cubes

Instructions

1. Prepare the punch base (can be done 2–4 hours ahead): In a large pitcher or punch bowl, combine apple gin, fresh apple cider, lemon juice, ginger liqueur, and maple syrup. Stir well to fully incorporate the maple syrup. Cover and refrigerate until thoroughly chilled (at least 2 hours).
2. Prepare your garnishes: Slice apples into thin rounds or wedges. Toss apple slices with a little lemon juice to prevent browning. Gather star anise pods and fresh rosemary sprigs.
3. Make or buy an ice block (optional but recommended): Freeze water in a bundt pan, loaf pan, or large container. An ice block melts slower than cubes, keeping punch cold without dilution. Alternatively, freeze some of the punch base itself into ice cubes.
4. Just before serving: Add your ice block or large ice cubes to the punch bowl. Pour the chilled punch base over the ice. Add sparkling apple cider and stir gently to combine. Float apple slices, star anise, and rosemary sprigs on the surface.
5. Serve: Ladle into individual glasses or punch cups. Each serving should include some of the garnish.