Rum Punch
Servings 8 servings
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups dark rum
- 2 cups pineapple juice
- 1 cup orange juice freshly squeezed preferred
- 0.5 cup grenadine
- 0.25 cup fresh lime juice about 4 limes
- 1 cup orange juice
- ice for serving
Garnishes
- orange slices
- maraschino cherries
- fresh mint sprigs
Instructions
- Combine the dark rum, pineapple juice, orange juice, grenadine, and fresh lime juice in a large pitcher. Stir well to combine.
- Taste and adjust the sweetness by adding more grenadine, or add more lime juice if you want extra tartness.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to chill and allow the flavors to meld together. This step makes a big difference in flavor!
- Fill glasses with plenty of ice.
- Pour the rum punch over the ice and garnish each glass with an orange slice, a maraschino cherry, and a sprig of fresh mint.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
Make this punch a few hours ahead and refrigerate for best flavor. Add ice right before serving to prevent dilution. For a non-alcoholic version, omit the rum and add a splash of sparkling water or ginger ale. For a frozen rum punch, blend all ingredients with ice.