Jamaican Rum Punch
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Jamaican Rum Punch
Description
This Jamaican Rum Punch recipe combines equal parts pineapple and orange juices without pulp, with grenadine syrup, rum, and fresh lime juice. The ingredients are mixed together in a pitcher and chilled before serving. The use of orange juice without pulp ensures a smooth texture in the punch, while grenadine adds sweetness and color. Fresh lime juice contributes tartness and brightens the drink's flavor. The cocktail is served over ice in glasses garnished with slices of lime and maraschino cherries, adding visual appeal and subtle flavor accents.
Choosing a quality rum affects the drink’s depth of flavor, and substitutes for grenadine or rum can be made based on preference. The recipe also suggests various Caribbean fruit garnishes such as pineapple or orange slices to complement the theme.
This punch is well suited to social occasions looking for a classic Caribbean-style refreshment that combines fruit juices and rum for an easy-to-make, enjoyable drink.
Ingredients
- 2 cups pineapple juice 500ml
- 2 cups orange juice without pulp, 500ml
- 1/2 cup grenadine 125ml
- 1 1/2 cups rum 375ml
- 1/4 cup lime juice 60ml
- lime for garnish, slices of lime
- maraschino cherry for garnish, slices of lime
Instructions
- Mix together the pineapple juice, orange juice, grenadine, rum and lime juice in a small pitcher.
- Chill in the refrigerator till needed.
- Pour into ice filled glasses, garnish with lime slices and Maraschino cherries, serve and enjoy.
Notes
- Use good quality rum for a better tasting punch.
- Choose orange juice without pulp to maintain a smooth texture in the drink.
- You can substitute grenadine or rum according to your taste or availability.
- Feel free to garnish with various Caribbean fruits like pineapple or orange slices to enhance presentation and flavor.
- Freshly juiced fruit juices can be used instead of store-bought juices for a fresher taste.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 219 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 219kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 28g | 9% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 8mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 215mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 21g | 42% |
| Vitamin A | 124IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 39mg | 43% |
| Calcium | 14mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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