Bombay Government Punch

Directions

1. Place the sugar and 1 cup of water in a saucepan over low heat and stir until all of the sugar has completely dissolved.
2. Transfer the sugar mixture to a bowl and add the lime juice, Batavia arrack, the rum and the remaining water and stir to combine.
3. Place the mixture into the refrigerator and chill overnight.
4. Transfer the punch to a punch bowl with ice and top with grated nutmeg.