Pali Punch

Note from Cheri: The recipe below is reprinted with permission from Retro Luau -- Planning the Perfect Polynesian Party by Richard Perry (2004 Collector's Press). Retro Luau has everything you need to plan a great tropical party - from decorations to party games, great Polynesian inspired food and drinks (like the potent punch below) and much more. Click here to learn more about this great book, discount ordering links and for more free sample recipes.

2 cups sugar 1 cup pineapple juice 1 cup guava juice 1/2 cup lime juice 1/2 cup brandy 1 quart champagne chunks of ice or ice cubes 1 quart soda water

Serves 10 - 12 Dissolve sugar in pineapple and guava juice. Mix lime juice with brandy and champagne. Combine both mixtures and pour over ice in punch bowl. Add soda water and serve.