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Rum punch is like a tropical vacation in a glass! They’re a delicious and refreshing blend of rum, fruit juices, and a hint of sweetness, perfect for sipping on a hot summer day or any time you’re craving a taste of the Caribbean. Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue, lounging by the pool, or just looking to add a little island flair to your next gathering, rum punch is a fantastic option.
If you’re someone who loves fruity, flavorful co*cktails that pack a punch, these rum punch recipes are right up your alley. They’re great for those who enjoy experimenting with different flavor combinations and want to transport themselves to a beachside paradise with every sip. So, grab your favorite rum, some fresh fruit juices, and get ready to mix up a batch of sunshine in a glass!
Rum Punch
The original and classic rum punch recipe uses gold or dark rum in a fruity, tropical mixture of pineapple, lime, and orange juice. You can pour all the ingredients into a pitcher and garnish it with maraschino cherries and orange slices. If you want a nicer presentation, you can serve each glass separately, creating a layer of sunset colors starting with red grenadine and grading up to the yellow pineapple juice.
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Bermuda Rum Swizzle
In honor of the Bermuda rum tradition, the Bermuda Rum Swizzle co*cktail uses Black and Gold Seal rum with orange and pineapple juice. The grenadine and angostura bitters add a lovely bitter balance to the sweet fruit juices. True to its name, the recipe calls for a swizzle stick to churn all the ingredients together, achieving a frothy texture.
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Planter’s Punch
This recipe is the simplest punch imaginable, and it best showcases the flavors of rum. Planters Punch combines dark rum with lime juice, simple syrup, and bitters in a shaker. The strained co*cktail then receives a dash of soda water for a refreshing, bubbly finish. It’s a close cousin of the classic mojito, but the bitters and grenadine keep it in the realm of rum punch.
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Rum Runner
This highly alcoholic punch recipe has white andgold rumalong with a slew of rich fruit liqueurs including banana and blackberry. Banana and blackberry liqueur are sweet and intense, masking the alcoholic taste of the rum. Topping each co*cktail with equal parts pineapple and orange juice adds acid to balance the sweetness.
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Caribbean Rum Punch
A true taste of the Caribbean, this punch recipe blends light and dark rum with pineapple juice and cream of coconut. Instead of orange juice, Caribbean rum punch uses triple sec and sweet and sour mix. There’s a lot going on in this co*cktail, but it comes together into a creamy, sweet, and tart beverage.
Jamaican Rum Punch
Jamaican Rum Punch is a classic recipe with lime, pineapple, and orange juice. Since Jamaican rum traditions are known for their spiced rum, you can use a spicedJamaican rumlike Captain Morgan to add a spicy finish to the tropical flavors. This recipe makes up to 8 delicious co*cktails, the perfect punch bowl for your party.
Tropical Rum Punch
This elaborate rum punch recipe throws every summertime fruit in, whether they’re tropical or not. It uses whole fruit and fruit juices to blend with coconut rum and peach schnapps. It reminds me of a cross between sangria andSex on the Beachas it has floating chunks of pineapple, strawberries, and oranges, along with a mix of cranberry co*cktails and orange juice
Spiced Apple Rum Punch
If you’re looking for a fall-inspired rum punch, try this rich and autumnal spiced apple rum punch recipe. It’s a simple three-ingredient recipe involving pouring everything into a large pitcher with ice. The recipe combines apple juice, ginger beer, and light rum for a sweet, spicy, and bubbly fall punch.
Lemonade Rum Punch
For a tropical take on the quintessential summertime drink, this Lemonade Rum Punch spikes storebought lemonade with coconut rum andwhite rum. It also adds a pour of pineapple juice, which combines with the coconut rum and lemon to invoke a pina colada flavor profile without the cream.
Bayou Rum Punch
Inspired by the bayou state of Louisiana, this rum punch blendsdark rumandcoconut rumwith premade fruit punch and orange juice. It makes one co*cktail, pouring each ingredient into a shaker and straining it into a short glass.The grenadine turns the beverage a deep red, but it also adds a bitter finish that brings out the nuttiness and spices in the dark rum varieties.
Apple Cider Rum Punch
Another delicious holiday co*cktail, this apple cider rum punch blends the rum of your choice with a jug of honey crisp cider and cinnamon sticks for a lovely, spiced finish. If you want an even spicier punch, you can usespiced rum, although dark rum also mingles well with the fruit juice in this punch bowl. The recipe also calls for a cup of orange juice which adds a refreshing tartness.
Blood Orange Rum Punch
Blood oranges are both visually stunning and sweeter than navel oranges, making for a superior ingredient to sweeten a co*cktail. This Blood Orange Rum Punch recipe uses blood orange soda for an utterly refreshing, citrusy complement to the white rum. Grenadine comprises the final ingredient, adding a dry and bitter finish that showcases the orange flavor.
Strawberry Limeade Rum Punch
This wonderful strawberry limeade rum punch tastes like a slushie, blendingfrozen strawberry daiquiriand frozen limeade with ginger ale. You’ll be so enthralled with the sweet and sour flavor and fun mouthfeel to notice the hefty amount of white rum. This recipe asks you to thaw the frozen ingredients, but I like throwing them in a blender for a rum punch smoothie!
Mermaid Rum Punch
A true tropical smoothie, the Mermaid Rum Punch throws frozen lemonade, pineapple juice, and coconut cream in a blender with rum for a creamy and decadent punch. The key to the thick consistency is a banana, which also adds tropical sweetness. The piece de resistance is a drizzle ofblue curacao, which adds a whimsical blue-and-white tie-dyed look.
Pink Pirate Rum Punch
This deep pink rum punch gets its color from cranberry juice. Cranberry and pineapple juice provides a tart and tropical foundation for the blend of rum, coconut rum, and banana liqueur. Bananas and coconut are the epitomes of tropical pairings, adding a nutty sweetness to the fruit juices.
15 Rum Punch Recipe Ideas
Paul Kushner
Spice up your gatherings with irresistible rum punch recipes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Total Time 5 minutes mins
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Servings 1
Ingredients
- Rum Punch
- Rum Runner
- Bermuda Rum Swizzle
- Caribbean Rum Punch
- Jamaican Rum Punch
- Tropical Rum Punch
- Planter’s Punch
- Spiced Apple Rum Punch
- Lemonade Rum Punch
- Bayou Rum Punch
- Apple Cider Rum Punch
- Blood Orange Rum Punch
- Strawberry Limeade Rum Punch
- Mermaid Rum Punch
- Pink Pirate Rum Punch
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Written by Paul Kushner
Founder and CEO of MyBartender. Graduated from Penn State University. He always had a deep interest in the restaurant and bar industry. His restaurant experience began in 1997 at the age of 14 as a bus boy. By the time he turned 17 he was serving tables, and by 19 he was bartending/bar managing 6-7 nights a week.
In 2012, after a decade and a half of learning all facets of the industry, Paul opened his first restaurant/bar. In 2015, a second location followed, the latter being featured on The Food Network’s Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives.
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