Sparkling Garnet Punch

By VerneJ

Serving size: 1/2 cup

Ingredients

• 1 (2-3 lb) bunch seedless green grapes
• 3 qts cranberry juice
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 8 whole allspice
• 3 sm cinnamon sticks
• 5 (16-oz) bottles club soda, chilled
• 3 drops almond extract

Preparation

Step 1

Day Before:
Freeze grapes in one bunch on cookie sheet, overnight.

In large kettle, combine cranberry juice, sugar, allspice and cinnamon. Heat to boiling; then simmer 10 minutes; stain, discarding spices. Refrigerate overnight to chil.

Just Before Serving:
Place frozen grapes in bottom of large punch bowl. Add cranberry mixture, club soda and almond. Serve immediately.