By Eddy − On Friday, March 18, 2016, 7 years ago in Drinks
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Madeiran Poncha Recipe

Madeiran Poncha Recipe

How to make this Madeiran poncha recipe.
Preparation time 10 min
Cooking Timen/a
Ready In 10 min
Level of DifficultyEasy
Servings2

Madeiran poncha is a traditional alcoholic drink from the island of Madeira, which is part of Portugal. It is made with aguardente de cana, which is a type of distilled sugarcane juice, mixed with honey and freshly squeezed lemon juice. The drink is usually served in a small glass, and it is often garnished with a slice of lemon and a sprig of mint.

The poncha is a popular drink in Madeira and is typically enjoyed in social settings, such as at a local bar or during a festival. It has a strong, sweet, and sour flavor, and it is known for its warming and comforting qualities. The drink is also said to have medicinal properties and is believed to help relieve sore throats and other common ailments.

In recent years, the Madeiran poncha has gained popularity outside of Madeira and can now be found in some bars and restaurants in other parts of Portugal and Europe.

Ingredients

1/2 cup honey1 cup sugar cane brandy1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup honey1 cup sugar cane brandy1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
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Directions

  1. In a pitcher, using a whisk, mix the honey and the lemon juice very well until it achieves a smooth and even consistency. The honey must be thoroughly dissolved in the lemon juice.
  2. Pour the brandy into the pitcher while stirring continuously.
  3. Pour the mixture into serving glasses. Serve.

Recipe & Photo Credit: easyportugueserecipes.com


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Bence
Bence
Do you know where can I buy poncha glasses online in EU? Thank you!
4 months ago, Tuesday, January 10, 2023
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Eddy
Sorry Bence, I have no idea, maybe someone else can help.
4 months ago, Tuesday, January 10, 2023
Frank
Frank
Sounds good - will try this weekend. Thanks for the great posts Eddy! Here's one back at you - it's a riff on a Manhattan, substituting Full Rich Madeira wine (Justino's if available) in place of sweet vermouth. "The Funchal" (instead of Manhattan, get it? :) 2 parts rye whiskey (e.g. Canadian Club) 1 part Full Rich Madeira wine bitters to taste cherry Can be served on the rocks (just combine all ingredients and stir) or shaken (combine whiskey, Madeira wine, bitters and ice in a shaker, shake well, strain into a glass and add a cherry) Definitely adjust the whiskey - Madeira wine proportions to suit your own tastes. Enjoy!!
11 months ago, Friday, June 24, 2022
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Eddy
Thank you Frank, awesome. 👍👍
11 months ago, Friday, June 24, 2022
Rosemary Santos keane
Rosemary Santos keane
Can you substitute sugar cane brandy with sugar cane rum?
1 year ago, Tuesday, May 24, 2022
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Eddy
Yes you can Rosemary, sugar cane brandy is actually sugar cane rum, both are the same.
1 year ago, Tuesday, May 24, 2022
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