I had a book signing party for my new memoir
Stairway to Paradise: Growing Up Gershwin
and offered this punch.
1. Heat in a Medium Pot for one hour and chill:
1 cup Water
40 Plums, pitted
½ cup Sugar
3 cloves Clove
8 Inches Ginger, freshly grated
6 inches Turmeric, freshly grated
1 stick Cinnamon
Serve straight or add:
½ cup Sparking Water
1 sprig Mint