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Anguillian Rum Punch
Classic Caribbean rum punch balanced with fresh lime and tropical juice — the island's favourite refreshment.
Prep
5 min
Cook
0 min
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
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About This Recipe
Anguilla's version of rum punch follows the beloved Caribbean formula: one sour, two sweet, three strong, four weak. Made with quality local rum and freshly squeezed lime, it is the quintessential island drink.
Ingredients
Serves 4
- 120 mlfresh lime juice
- 240 mlsimple syrup
- 360 mlwhite rum
- 480 mlpassion fruit juice
- 4 dashesAngostura bitters
- 1 cupcrushed ice
Instructions
- 1
Combine
Pour lime juice, simple syrup, rum, and passion fruit juice into a large pitcher.
- 2
Stir
Stir well to combine all ingredients.
- 3
Serve
Pour over crushed ice in glasses, add a dash of Angostura bitters to each.
Float a little dark rum on top for extra depth.
- 4
Garnish
Garnish with a lime wheel and a maraschino cherry.
Pro Tips
- →
Use freshly squeezed lime juice for the best flavour.
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Chill all ingredients before mixing.
Variations
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Use mango juice instead of passion fruit.
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Make a non-alcoholic version with coconut water.
Storage
Mix without ice and refrigerate up to 2 days.
History & Origin
The rum punch formula — one, two, three, four — is centuries old across the Caribbean, originating as a way to balance the fiery spirit with local citrus and tropical fruit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What rum is best?
Any quality white rum works; locally produced Caribbean rums are ideal.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving · 4 servings total
Calories220kcal
Protein0g
Carbohydrates28g
Fat0g
Fiber0g
Protein0g
Carbs28g
Fat0g
Time Summary
Prep time5 min
Cook time0 min
Total time5 min
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