Quoit Punch

Instructions

1. 01

   In a large bowl add sugar and the peels of 12 lemons, and rub together to release the citrus oils into the sugar. (This is called oleo-saccharum).

2. 02

   Let sit for an hour or so to infuse thoroughly.

3. 03

   Juice as many lemons as needed to obtain 16 ounces of lemon juice, and strain.

4. 04

   Add to the oleo-saccharum and stir until dissolved.

5. 05

   Add rum, cognac and madeira and stir.

6. 06

   Pour into a punch bowl one-third-filled with ice and let cool.