Description
A refreshing and tropical Pineapple Rum Punch combining pineapple juice, coconut rum, citrusy lime, and fizzy lemon-lime soda, perfect for a quick summer cocktail or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- ¾ cup pineapple juice
- ⅓ cup coconut rum (e.g., Malibu Original)
- ½ cup lemon-lime soda
- ⅛ cup fresh lime juice
- ⅛ cup simple syrup
Garnish
- Fresh pineapple skewer
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a cocktail shaker or a large mason jar with a lid, add pineapple juice, coconut rum, lemon-lime soda, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup. Shake well to combine all the ingredients thoroughly.
- Prepare Glasses: Fill two 12 oz low-ball cocktail glasses three-quarters full with ice cubes to chill and prepare for serving.
- Serve Punch: Pour half of the cocktail mixture (about 1 cup) into each glass over the ice, ensuring even distribution.
- Garnish and Present: Garnish each glass with a skewer of fresh pineapple pieces to add a tropical flair and visual appeal.
Notes
- Store leftover punch in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours, but avoid adding ice until serving to prevent dilution and flat soda.
- Substitute coconut rum with white or spiced rum if preferred; coconut rum pairs best with pineapple juice for a refreshing flavor.
- Use 6 oz mini cans of pineapple juice for convenience and save unopened juice for future use.
- This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled for larger groups.
- Avoid adding ice to the punch mix before serving to maintain the intended flavor strength.
- Lemon-lime soda can be swapped with ginger ale or lemon-lime sparkling water for variation.
- Keep simple syrup stocked in your pantry or make your own by dissolving equal parts sugar and water over medium heat without boiling, store refrigerated for up to two weeks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail (12 oz)
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 15 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
