Caribbean Christmas Punch

1 lemon, sliced thinly
1 orange, sliced thinly
1 cup brandy/Cognac
1 pineapple cut into chunks
3/4 cup sugar
1 cup strong black tea, chilled
3/4 cup  rum, aged or spiced, whichever you prefer
1 cup apricot brandy
half bottle or more Champagne or dry sparkling wine
3 cups of club soda

In a large mixing bowl combine half the lemon, brandy, pineapple and sugar. Stir and chill for at least three hours then transfer to a large punch bowl. Add remaining ingredients, floating citrus slices on top, and large chunks of ice and serve.

Makes 10 to 12 servings  
Recipe by Kevin Lynch

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