Making Bob Cratchit's Punch
New for December 2025
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11m
Before old Scrooge has his change of heart, he sees the Cratchit family sharing a Christmas day. Poor Bob Cratchit passes around a drink and toasts Scrooge, much to Mrs. Cratchit's disapproval. What was that drink? Let's explore it!
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