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Punches and Cups (contd.)
the outside of the containing vessel and arrange
colourful fruits, berries or leaves over the surface
of the ice"surround."
For a large party or reception it is advisable to
place 3 or 4 Punch bowls in convenient positions
and so avoid discomfort for your guests when the
contents arc in general demand.
Each bowl will, of course, be accompanied by a
Punch ladle and a sufficient number of Punch
glasses or cups and napkins.
A reminder: Sugar or syrup can always be put
in but not taken out. In mixing, therefore, it is
best to sweeten progressively—according to taste.
Individua." Portions of Punch
It is not always desired that a Punch should be
prepared in "bulk" or quantity. There are
occasions when only one or two portions are
required.
There arc several simple recipes fot the quick
preparation of this type of drink, and we give a
selection of them on page i8.
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