Cranberry and Apple Cider Punch

A festive choice for cocktail hour, this tangy beverage may be made with or without gin.

1/3 cup fresh cranberries
2 Tbsp. sugar
1½ cups fresh apple cider
2/3 cup ginger beer, chilled
2 Tbsp. lemon juice, freshly squeezed
3½ oz (¼ cup + 3 Tbsp.) gin, if desired

Muddle cranberries with sugar in a pitcher. Add apple cider, ginger beer, lemon juice, and gin if desired.

Divide among 4 glasses.

Serve chilled or over ice.

Makes 4 servings.