Michael Neff'S Gin-Applejack Punch Recipe

• 2 oranges
• 8 dashes Angostura bitters
• 6 ounces gin
• 6 ounces Applejack
• 2 1/2 ounces freshly squeezed lime juice from about 5 limes
• 2 ounces simple syrup
• 5 ounces water
• Large block of ice for serving
• Thin lime slices for garnish

1. 8 hours in advance, make a large ice block (or extra-large ice cubes) for serving.
2. Meanwhile, a few hours before serving, cut oranges into slices and muddle a few at a time in shaker. Strain and discard pulp and orange peel. When you have 2 ounces of juice, add Angostura bitters. Pour into resealable 750-milliliter bottle (using funnel if desired.)
3. Add gin, applejack, lime juice, simple syrup, and water. Seal bottle and shake to blend. Refrigerate until completely chilled. Serve in a punch bowl over ice, garnishing with lime slices.

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Taken from www.seriouseats.com/recipes/2010/12/ward-3-michael-neff-cocktail-punch-gin-applejack-recipe.html (may not work)