Rum Punch
Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Jan Gautro
Substitute an additional cup of seltzer for the rum if you prefer to turn this summer cocktail into a refreshing tropical fruit punch.
How to Make It
Step 1
Combine sugar and 1/2 cup water in a small saucepan over high heat; bring to a boil. Cook until sugar dissolves, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; transfer sugar mixture to a small bowl. Chill.
Step 2
Combine sugar mixture, mango juice, and next 4 ingredients (through grenadine) in a large bowl; mix well. Stir in soda. Serve over ice.
colecade's Review
This is really good punch, but it definitely needs more rum than is called for. I started with 2 cups and then added more a little bit at a time until I hit the right amount.
Also- if you're going to be keeping the punch bowl or pitcher out, I recommend freezing some pineapple or mango juice into an ice cube tray so you can drop a cube into drinks as you pour them. This punch is best when very cold.
TheresaT's Review
I made this punch for a Girls Night party. It was a big hit! I could refill the punch bowl fast enough! I added a bit more rum to it but this punch is so delicious and drinkable, I can't wait to serve it today.
Delicious with coconut rum!