Pina Colada Punch

Directions

Put ginger, sugar and cassia bark in a saucepan.

Add ⅔ cup water and bring to a boil.

Cover and simmer 5 minutes.

Remove from heat and add teabags.

Let stand 5 minutes, then strain into a bowl.

In a blender or food processor, blend coconut and boiling water 1 minute.

Let stand 5 minutes, then strain into tea mixture, pressing coconut to extract all moisture.

Add pineapple juice and chill 1 hour.

Add run or gin and stir well.

Serve over crushed ice in tall glasses.

Thread cocktail sticks with cherries and pineapple.

Add a cocktail stick and swizzle stick to each glass.

Garnish with pineapple leaves, if desired.

VARIATION: Add more rum or gin for a stronger flavored drink.