Not to alarm you, but Halloween is next week. If you still haven't figured out what you're going to dress up as for Halloween ...

Sugar is produced by plants as a food during the process of photosynthesis. Syrup is a byproduct of the process that refines and purifies the grains of sugar that we might put in our tea.

This blood-red punch is perfect for a Halloween party. Just add a slug of gin or vodka for a grown-up version. To make it extra spooky – rinse a food-grade rubber glove and turn it inside out.