Rum Punch Cocktail Recipe – Tropical Rum, Citrus & Grenadine Mix

Colorful, refreshing, and bursting with tropical flavor, the Rum Punch is a Caribbean classic that brings the island vibe straight to your glass. Following the traditional island rhyme—“One of sour, two of sweet, three of strong, four of weak”—this drink perfectly balances lime juice, grenadine, and a mix of light and dark rum with fruity flavors of pineapple and orange juice. Whether served over crushed ice in a tall glass or prepared in a large punch bowl for parties, the Rum Punch is festive, fruity, and easy to make. In this post, we’ll share the authentic recipe, pro tips for balancing sweetness and citrus, and how to turn it into the ultimate crowd-pleasing tropical cocktail.

10/24/20251 min read

📖 Ingredients (1 serving):

1½ oz dark rum
1½ oz light rum
2 oz pineapple juice
1 oz orange juice
½ oz lime juice (freshly squeezed)
½ oz grenadine syrup
Dash of Angostura bitters (optional, but adds depth)
Ice cubes or crushed ice

🍊 Garnish:

Orange slice
Pineapple wedge
Maraschino cherry
Mint sprig (optional)

🛠️ Equipment Needed:

Cocktail shaker
Jigger or measuring tool
Bar spoon
Hurricane or highball glass

🍹 Instructions:

Fill your shaker with ice.
Add the ingredients:
- 1½ oz dark rum
- 1½ oz light rum
- 2 oz pineapple juice
- 1 oz orange juice
- ½ oz lime juice
- ½ oz grenadine
- Optional: 1 dash Angostura bitters
Shake well for 10–15 seconds until chilled.
Strain into a glass filled with fresh ice (crushed ice gives the best tropical texture).
Garnish with a slice of orange, pineapple wedge, and cherry. Add a mint sprig for extra color and aroma.

✨ Tips for the Perfect Rum Punch:

Follow the Caribbean rhyme: “One of sour, two of sweet, three of strong, four of weak.”
- Sour = lime juice
- Sweet = grenadine or syrup
- Strong = rum
- Weak = fruit juice
Use fresh fruit juices for brightness and authentic tropical flavor.
For a party punch, multiply ingredients and serve in a large punch bowl with fruit slices floating on top.
Add a splash of overproof rum on top for an island-style kick.

✅ Flavor Profile:

Fruity, sweet, and tangy with a rich rum base. Notes of citrus and tropical fruit balance beautifully with the molasses depth of rum and the sweet touch of grenadine.