Circe's sucker punch (AKA Mediterranean punch) is a Greek inspired ode to summer relaxation in liquid form. Like the mythical sorceress herself, this punch promises to soothe anything that ails you on a hot summer's day! It's a true punch, meaning it contains all of the necessary elements...spirit, sugar, water, citrus, and spice. Refreshing, complex, and super easy to scale up, it makes a magnificent party drink. It might just be the only summer elixir you need.
This recipe calls for a delicious dose of honey simple syrup, an easy (and endlessly versatile) ingredient that you can whip up in practically no time!
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Ingredients for Circe's Sucker Punch (AKA Mediterranean Punch)
- fresh lemon juice
- honey simple syrup
- ouzo
- fresh blood orange juice
- fresh grapefruit juice
- fennel bitters (optional)
- fresh mint
- plenty of ice
See recipe card for quantities.
Instructions for Circe's Sucker Punch (AKA Mediterranean Punch)
Prepare some thin slices of citrus (i.e. blood orange, grapefruit, and/or lemon) for garnish and set aside.
Pour the fresh lemon juice into a cocktail shaker.
Then add the honey simple syrup.
Next add the ouzo.
Add the blood orange juice.
As well as the grapefruit juice.
Then add the fennel bitters, if using.
Next toss in some ice.
And then stir for at least 30 seconds.
Strain the punch over fresh ice in a glass of your choice.
Garnish with fresh slices of citrus and mint sprigs, and serve immediately.
Hint: This recipe can easily be scaled up for a crowd, and also prepared in advance, if preferable. Just multiply the proportions to equal however many cups of punch you are after. Then mix all of the ingredients (except for the ice) in a large pitcher and place in the refrigerator. When you are ready to serve, simply pour over ice...and presto! You have a Mediterranean summer party mood in a matter of moments.
Storage
Circe's Sucker Punch (AKA Mediterranean Punch) can be mixed up in advance and stored in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 days before serving.
Top tip
When it comes to the citrus element, this punch recipe is extremely versatile. Can't find any blood oranges in your local produce aisle? No problem. While the color and flavor of blood oranges is undeniably unique, Valencia is another variety that also works really well here. (And frankly, almost any variety of fresh oranges will do.) Or maybe you would prefer a sweeter punch? You can certainly reduce the proportion of grapefruit juice and increase the amount of orange juice accordingly. In other words, feel free to choose your own punch adventure!
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Pairing
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📖 Recipe
Circe's Sucker Punch (AKA Mediterranean Punch)
Ingredients
- 1 ounce fresh lemon juice
- 2 ounce honey simple syrup
- 3 ounces ouzo
- 2 ounces fresh blood orange juice
- 2 ounces fresh grapefruit juice
- few drops fennel bitters
- fresh mint and citrus slices, to garnish (optional)
- plenty of ice
Instructions
- In a cocktail shaker, combine the fresh lemon juice, honey simple syrup, ouzo, fresh blood orange juice, fresh grapefruit juice, and fennel bitters (if using).
- Add ice and stir for at least 30 seconds.
- Strain the punch over fresh ice in a glass of your choice.
- Garnish with thin slices of lemon, blood orange, and fresh mint, if desired. Serve immediately.
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