La Fuente Punch
Layered and aromatic, La Fuente Punch blends grapefruit and lime with the citrus and floral notes of Earl Grey tea. Fino sherry and bitter bianco add dryness and depth, while cinnamon and nutmeg bring warmth.
La Fuente Punch Recipe
Yield: About 74 ounces before ice dilution
Ingredients
- 10 ounces LALO High Proof 2026 Edition
- 4 ounces fino sherry
- 4 ounces bitter bianco
- 10 ounces grapefruit cinnamon syrup (recipe below)
- 1 bottle (26 ounces) dry sparkling wine, such as Cava or Crémant de Bourgogne
- 10 ounces lime juice
- 10 ounces Earl Grey tea
- Lime wheels and freshly grated nutmeg, for garnish
Grapefruit cinnamon syrup
Bring 20 ounces water to a simmer with 2 cinnamon sticks. Simmer for 10 minutes, then remove from the heat and discard the cinnamon sticks. Stir 2 cups granulated sugar into the cinnamon water until dissolved. Once cool, stir in 8 ounces pink grapefruit juice. Chill before using. Add 1 teaspoon ascorbic acid to extend shelf life. Makes about 1 quart.
Directions
- Combine all ingredients in a punch bowl with ice.
- Ladle into cocktail glasses over ice.
- Garnish each drink with a lime wheel and a light grating of nutmeg.
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