Planter’s Punch
A traditional Caribbean punch with fresh orange juice, pineapple juice, rum and bitters. Refreshing and delicious!
Today, I am throwing it back with this traditional Caribbean cocktail called Planter’s Punch. It’s a classic that I had the pleasure of enjoying non-stop on our honeymoon in Jamaica a few years ago. Every time I would ask the bartender to surprise me, he would throw together this tropical goodness with hints of pineapple, orange and rum. So when Better Homes and Garden asked me to bring a favorite oldie but classic cocktail to their Throwback Party, I knew I had to try to recreate that island favorite at home.
From research on the interwebs (aka wikipedia), the Planter’s Punch originates from the Caribbean, probably Jamaica and it is made of dark rum, lemon juice, equal parts of orange juice and pineapple juice, Grenadine syrup and a dash of Angostura bitters. All shaken and poured over ice for a refreshing and delicious cocktail. What’s not to like right?
As we get ready for the Summer season of entertaining and relaxing, cocktails and punches are a must to stay refreshed. BHG is throwing a #TBT Party with a special issue of Getting Together along with free recipe cards for your entertaining. Be sure to check out their page for some recipe ideas and tips on throwing the best summer soirees.
I’ll be enjoying this Planter’s Punch over the next few weeks as I wrap up school. By the way, thank you for being patient with my absence recently. I’ll be back full force in a few short weeks.
Planter's Punch
Ingredients
- 2 parts fresh orange juice
- 2 parts pineapple juice
- 1 part dark rum (or coconut rum)
- ½ part grenadine syrup
- ½ part fresh lemon juice
- simple syrup, to taste
- 3-4 dashes Angostura bitters
I’ve never had a Planter’s Punch but I love the flavors! Looks so pretty & refreshing!
The flavors are amazing Kelly!! I think you will love it.
I have always heard of Planter’s Punch but never knew exactly what it was! It’s beautiful and sounds so delicious. I can’t wait for a sunny day so I can whip up a pitcher and head out to the patio 😉
Thanks Allie! This will be perfect for a day on the patio indeed.
That looks like a vacation in a glass!
Exactly!! And it sure is.
This looks like something I could get into! How long til the weekend?? 😉
Hope you are enjoying the weekend now!!
So many summer cocktails to try! I am itching for summer to imbibe in refreshing, delicious cocktails like this one! Thanks for the recipe, Zainab! I’m whisked away to the Caribbean by just your gorgeous photos! 🙂
Thanks Stephanie!
Cheers to Planter’s Punch Zainab! And to finishing up school!
Thanks MaryAnn!
OMG this is my new summer favourite! I love the flavour combination, it seems divine!
Thank you very much for sharing!
xoxo
Kim
Thanks Kim!
This looks SO delicious and totally refreshing – I want a glass!
It is refreshing!!
This is so pretty and looks like it would take me to a tropical destination stat! I love the flavors here, Zainab — it looks like the perfect summer cocktail!
I know…it is a tropical destination in a glass!!
I’ve never had pineapple juice and this looks amazing! Would love to sip this while relaxing outside on a sunny day 🙂
It’s delicious!!
This looks so rejuvenating and relaxing – I could definitely go for a glass of this right now (despite that it’s still before noon…darn)! Best of luck with finishing up your work!