Classic Claret Punch

1 pound sugar
1/2 cup lemon juice
8 ounces pineapple juice
ice
3 bottles Claret
2 cups brandy
5 sliced oranges
1 1/3 bottles champagne, chilled
3 cups club soda, chilled

Dissolve sugar in fruit juices and pour over large pieces of ice in large 3 gallon bowl. Add wine, brandy and sliced fruit and let stand in refrigerator until guests arrive. Just before serving, add champagne and chilled club soda. Serve in punch glasses. Makes 25 glasses.

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