Claret Cup

Claret Cup

2 tbsp sugar
1/4 cup water
2 bottles red Wine, chilled (25 oz each)
4 oz Cointreau
4 oz Creme de Cassis
1 1/2 oz Port
1 1/2 oz Lemon juice
1 bottle club soda, chilled (33 oz)

In a small saucepan, combine the sugar and water. Bring to a boil and then lower to a simmer. Allow to simmer for 5 minutes and then remove from heat. Allow this to cool completely. In a large punch bowl combine the red Wine, Cointreau, Creme de Cassis, Port, Lemon juice and the sugar mixture (syrup). Cover and refrigerate until cold. When ready to serve, pour over with the club soda and garnish with slices of Lemon and Orange

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