Sweet Rum Punch Recipe
Christina Musgrave/Mashed By Christina Musgrave AND Mashed Staff/Updated: July 15, 2022 9:43 am EST
Rum punch is not what you’d consider a traditional drink in the sense of there being just one accepted recipe. Instead, there are as many different rum punches as there are mixologists who’ve decided to play around with different combinations of fruit juices, syrups, spices, and rum. No matter what, though, you can count on rum punch having a certain amount of sweetness, along with a perfectly boozy kick from the rum itself.
This particular rum punch recipe from developer Christina Musgrave isn’t what you’d call super sweet, despite its name. In fact, Musgrave even adds bitters, although you can leave those out if you’re not a fan of that ingredient. Don’t worry, the punch is definitely sweet, and you could always add more grenadine for extra sweetness. Musgrave notes that you can tinker with the other ingredients, as well. As she tells us, “You could use other types of juice like lime juice or cranberry juice,” but for a sweeter drink, you might try mango or papaya juice. No matter how you tweak it, Musgrave says this rum punch is “tropical and refreshing” and “perfect for a refreshing summer cocktail.”
Gather the ingredients for this sweet rum punch
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In addition to the rum, you’ll need orange juice, pineapple juice, grenadine, and orange bitters to make this punch. Musgrave also uses a slice of orange to garnish the drink. “You could use any citrus for a garnish, or a cherry,” Musgrave suggests for ingredient swaps.
Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker
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Add the rum, orange juice, pineapple juice, grenadine, and orange bitters to a cocktail shaker, if you have one, or a large cup or lidded jar or other contained you can cover if your kitchen doesn’t run to much in the way of dedicated barware. Drop a few ice cubes into the shaker, then cover it up, making sure that it’s adequately sealed.
Shake up the punch
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Shake the rum punch for about 10 seconds. Not only will this chill the drink, but it will ensure that the rum, juices, grenadine, and bitters all meld together perfectly, making a smooth and cohesive liquid.
Pour out the cocktail and add a garnish
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Strain the cocktail into a tall glass, then add fresh ice. Conversely, you could add the ice to the glass first, then strain the drink over the rocks. Garnish the drink as desired or just skip the window dressing if you want to start drinking it right away.
Sweet Rum Punch Recipe
5 from 38 ratings
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This sweet rum punch is fruity, refreshing, and perfect for sipping on summer evenings.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Servings 1 Serving
Total time: 5 minutes
Ingredients
2 ounces light rum 2 ounces pineapple juice 2 ounces orange juice ½ ounce grenadine 2 dashes orange bitters
Optional Ingredients
orange slice, for garnish
Directions
Combine the rum, orange juice, pineapple juice, grenadine, and bitters in a cocktail shaker or other lidded container. Add ice to the drink, then cover the shaker and shake for about 10 seconds. Strain the drink into a tall glass, adding fresh ice and decorating with an orange slice or other garnish, if desired.
Nutrition
Calories per Serving 227
Total Fat 0.2 g
Saturated Fat 0.0 g
Trans Fat 0.0
Cholesterol 0.0 mg
Total Carbohydrates 22.7 g
Dietary Fiber 0.2 g
Total Sugars 17.0 g
Sodium 6.1 mg
Protein 0.6 g
The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
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Sweet Rum Punch Recipe
Christina Musgrave/Mashed
By Christina Musgrave AND Mashed Staff/Updated: July 15, 2022 9:43 am EST
Rum punch is not what you’d consider a traditional drink in the sense of there being just one accepted recipe. Instead, there are as many different rum punches as there are mixologists who’ve decided to play around with different combinations of fruit juices, syrups, spices, and rum. No matter what, though, you can count on rum punch having a certain amount of sweetness, along with a perfectly boozy kick from the rum itself.
This particular rum punch recipe from developer Christina Musgrave isn’t what you’d call super sweet, despite its name. In fact, Musgrave even adds bitters, although you can leave those out if you’re not a fan of that ingredient. Don’t worry, the punch is definitely sweet, and you could always add more grenadine for extra sweetness. Musgrave notes that you can tinker with the other ingredients, as well. As she tells us, “You could use other types of juice like lime juice or cranberry juice,” but for a sweeter drink, you might try mango or papaya juice. No matter how you tweak it, Musgrave says this rum punch is “tropical and refreshing” and “perfect for a refreshing summer cocktail.”
This particular rum punch recipe from developer Christina Musgrave isn’t what you’d call super sweet, despite its name. In fact, Musgrave even adds bitters, although you can leave those out if you’re not a fan of that ingredient. Don’t worry, the punch is definitely sweet, and you could always add more grenadine for extra sweetness. Musgrave notes that you can tinker with the other ingredients, as well. As she tells us, “You could use other types of juice like lime juice or cranberry juice,” but for a sweeter drink, you might try mango or papaya juice. No matter how you tweak it, Musgrave says this rum punch is “tropical and refreshing” and “perfect for a refreshing summer cocktail.”
Gather the ingredients for this sweet rum punch
In addition to the rum, you’ll need orange juice, pineapple juice, grenadine, and orange bitters to make this punch. Musgrave also uses a slice of orange to garnish the drink. “You could use any citrus for a garnish, or a cherry,” Musgrave suggests for ingredient swaps.
Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker
Add the rum, orange juice, pineapple juice, grenadine, and orange bitters to a cocktail shaker, if you have one, or a large cup or lidded jar or other contained you can cover if your kitchen doesn’t run to much in the way of dedicated barware. Drop a few ice cubes into the shaker, then cover it up, making sure that it’s adequately sealed.
Shake up the punch
Shake the rum punch for about 10 seconds. Not only will this chill the drink, but it will ensure that the rum, juices, grenadine, and bitters all meld together perfectly, making a smooth and cohesive liquid.
Pour out the cocktail and add a garnish
Strain the cocktail into a tall glass, then add fresh ice. Conversely, you could add the ice to the glass first, then strain the drink over the rocks. Garnish the drink as desired or just skip the window dressing if you want to start drinking it right away.
Sweet Rum Punch Recipe
5 from 38 ratings
Fill 202
Print
This sweet rum punch is fruity, refreshing, and perfect for sipping on summer evenings.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Servings 1 Serving
Total time: 5 minutes
Ingredients
2 ounces light rum 2 ounces pineapple juice 2 ounces orange juice ½ ounce grenadine 2 dashes orange bitters
Optional Ingredients
orange slice, for garnish
Directions
Combine the rum, orange juice, pineapple juice, grenadine, and bitters in a cocktail shaker or other lidded container. Add ice to the drink, then cover the shaker and shake for about 10 seconds. Strain the drink into a tall glass, adding fresh ice and decorating with an orange slice or other garnish, if desired.
Nutrition
Calories per Serving 227
Total Fat 0.2 g
Saturated Fat 0.0 g
Trans Fat 0.0
Cholesterol 0.0 mg
Total Carbohydrates 22.7 g
Dietary Fiber 0.2 g
Total Sugars 17.0 g
Sodium 6.1 mg
Protein 0.6 g
The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
Rate this recipe
Sweet Rum Punch Recipe
5 from 38 ratings
Fill 202
Print
This sweet rum punch is fruity, refreshing, and perfect for sipping on summer evenings.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Servings 1 Serving
Total time: 5 minutes
Ingredients
2 ounces light rum
2 ounces pineapple juice
2 ounces orange juice
½ ounce grenadine
2 dashes orange bitters
Optional Ingredientsorange slice, for garnish
DirectionsCombine the rum, orange juice, pineapple juice, grenadine, and bitters in a cocktail shaker or other lidded container.
Add ice to the drink, then cover the shaker and shake for about 10 seconds.
Strain the drink into a tall glass, adding fresh ice and decorating with an orange slice or other garnish, if desired.
Nutrition
Calories per Serving 227
Total Fat 0.2 g
Saturated Fat 0.0 g
Trans Fat 0.0
Cholesterol 0.0 mg
Total Carbohydrates 22.7 g
Dietary Fiber 0.2 g
Total Sugars 17.0 g
Sodium 6.1 mg
Protein 0.6 g
The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
Rate this recipe
Sweet Rum Punch Recipe
5 from 38 ratings
Fill 202
Print
This sweet rum punch is fruity, refreshing, and perfect for sipping on summer evenings.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Servings 1 Serving
Total time: 5 minutes
5 from 38 ratings
Fill 202
Print
Prep Time
5
minutes
Cook Time
0
Servings
1
Serving
Total time: 5 minutes
Nutrition
Calories per Serving 227
Total Fat 0.2 g
Saturated Fat 0.0 g
Trans Fat 0.0
Cholesterol 0.0 mg
Total Carbohydrates 22.7 g
Dietary Fiber 0.2 g
Total Sugars 17.0 g
Sodium 6.1 mg
Protein 0.6 g
The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
