Procedures:
| 1 | 1) pour the wine, honey, pepper, saffron, mastic (optional), and bay leaves into a large jar which has a tight fitting lid. | | 2 | Stir well. | | 3 | 2) mash the dates with your fingers, and add to the wine mixture. | | 4 | Seal and refrigerate for 1 day. | | 5 | 3) pour the punch into a punch bowl, and serve in individual glasses, cups, or goblets |
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