{"id":1972181,"date":"2024-03-18T16:50:06","date_gmt":"2024-05-12T22:45:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/?post_type=recipe&p=1972181"},"modified":"2024-05-15T09:59:58","modified_gmt":"2024-05-15T14:59:58","slug":"sweet-rum-punch","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/sweet-rum-punch\/","title":{"rendered":"Rum Punch"},"content":{"rendered":"

When you picture yourself stepping off the plane and onto the beaches of a tropical island, what drink are you holding in your hand? It definitely has an umbrella sprouting from the glass, and it\u2019s almost certainly rum punch. When most people think of the best rum punch recipe, they\u2019re looking for a fruity drink with a rummy kick. This recipe will do it. Plus, with its peachy pink hue, it screams vacation destination.<\/p>\n

We\u2019ll show you how to make rum punch for the perfect summer sipper\u2014even if you\u2019re just staycationing.<\/p>\n

What is rum punch?<\/h2>\n

Rum punch is the ideal tropical cocktail. It makes use of the Caribbean\u2019s most popular spirit and often includes plenty of fruit flavors. What\u2019s not to love?<\/p>\n

The rum punch drink has a long history. According to David Wondrich<\/a>, mixologist, historian and author of Punch: The Delights (and Dangers) of the Flowing Bowl<\/em>, the cocktail originated when British sailors found themselves without beer yet still wanted something with alcohol.<\/p>\n

In places like the Caribbean, rum<\/a> was the most available liquor. From there, a punch formula was created: part spirit, citrus, sugar, spice and water.<\/p>\n

Over time, the ratios and particulars have changed. Today, most rum punch recipes call for some variation on those components. Our Test Kitchen\u2019s favorite recipes include citrus juice, grenadine and, yes, plenty of rum.<\/p>\n

Ingredients for Rum Punch<\/h2>\n