The negroni has passed the martini when it comes to gin-based drink sales in the UK. Its flavour profile works well for this delicious punch.
Serves 6
gin 100ml (use cranberry juice for a lower-alcohol serve)
bitter aperitif such as Campari 100ml
sweet vermouth 200ml
chilled espresso 50ml
chilled prosecco 350ml
Combine all ingredients in a punch bowl or large pitcher with ice. Stir lightly. Garnish with orange slices, star anise, cinnamon sticks, long orange and lemon twists, and fresh cranberries. Serve in punch cups.
Jared Brown and Anistatia Miller’s latest book is A Most Noble Water: Revisiting the Origins of English Gin (Mixellany, £14.95)
