Pleased as Punch

This is an exciting month at my former work place. Two new agents have been hired and started work as K-State Research and Extension Agents for Greenwood County. The position that I worked in for many years first as a county agent and then as a multi-county foods specialist now has a full time Family and Consumer Sciences agent.  Welcome Amanda! Also new in the office is a new agriculture agent, Hi to Anna!
In honor of these new professionals who will be helping the people of Greenwood County, the Extension executive board held an Open House for the public to meet and greet them. Because I'm still somewhat involved and supportive of their efforts, I made the punch. Of course, the day's theme was K-State purple.
This recipe is from the third edition of Essence of Kansas, the cookbooks published by the Kansas 4-H Foundation containing recipes of 4-Hers, leaders, and agents from across Kansas. The cookbooks are a great view of Kansas people and food.
This recipe is a great purple color, and great tasting. It's been a favorite for many receptions. Thanks Sharolyn for sharing. I've noted a few changes I made.

Royal Purple Punch

1 can frozen grape juice concentrate

1 can frozen grape/raspberry/apple juice concentrate

1/2 cup sugar 

2 cups water

1 can (46-oz) pineapple juice

1 1/2 bottle (2-liter) ginger ale 

Mix ingredients. Chill and serve.