Roman Punch Recipe

Here’s an authentic Gilded Age cocktail recipe. You’ll find it in the pages of The Mosquito God.

In the Gilded Age, Roman Punch was a popular palate cleanser served between courses during elaborate multi-course banquets, particularly among the upper class. It symbolized refinement and hospitality, combining elegance with a touch of theatricality. Roman Punch was often served as a semi-frozen or slushy mixture in ornate glasses. In this era, people were very interested in exotic flavors and indulgent dining rituals.