This Pineapple Rum Punch is Just What You Need to Start the Weekend

Tropical and fruity, this Pineapple Rum Punch is the perfect cocktail when you want a refreshing drink that will transport you to an island vacation with just one sip!

An easy drink with pineapple juice and rum, this pineapple punch recipe combines just a few fruity ingredients for a satisfying cocktail!

Easy to adjust to your taste, this drink is great for the spring and summer and tastes best served over ice.

This classic pineapple and rum drink tastes like a little bit of paradise with every sip! Garnish with some fresh pineapple or a slice of orange or lime to give it a pop of color, and you’ve got a high quality drink.

This pineapple and rum drink is simple to make, bursting with sweet and slightly tangy flavor, and a must-try for any fan of rum!

WHY YOU’LL LOVE RUM PINEAPPLE PUNCH

Looking for the perfect drink to enjoy while reading in the shade or lounging by the pool? This simple rum punch is your new favorite hot weather libation!

With only 4 ingredients, it only takes a few minutes to put together this refreshingly fruity drink.

Thanks to pineapple juice and orange juice, this is sure to quench your thirst. Add a splash of rum to give it a boozy kick and you’ve got yourself a beverage that’s ideal for lazy summer days.

Best of all, you can pair this cocktail with a light appetizer like Mediterranean Feta Bites for a tasty afternoon snack!

INGREDIENTS FOR RUM PUNCH

• Bacardi Rum – While any brand of rum will do the trick, I like to use Bacardi. I think it yields the best result!
• Pineapple Juice – Gives your cocktail that signature sweet and slightly tangy tropical flavor.
• Orange Juice and Lime Juice – Pairs well with the pineapple juice and highlights the fruity quality.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

HOW TO MAKE THIS PINEAPPLE PUNCH RECIPE

1. Place all ingredients in cocktail shaker or cup, mix and pour over ice.

POPULAR VARIATIONS AND SUBSTITUTIONS

• Use a flavored rum to add another layer to your rum punch. Bacardi has a pineapple rum that would work well, or Malibu coconut rum is also a great option!
• Add extra bubbly dimension to this cocktail by adding some sparkling water. Plain sparkling water works fine, or you could use a citrus flavored seltzer for more of that citrus goodness.
• Create a “sunset” effect by using some red grenadine syrup. Don’t mix it fully into the drink for the best gradient.
• If you’re really looking to beat the heat, pour the ingredients into a blender with ice and pulse until combined to make a slushie version of this rum pineapple punch.

EXPERT TIPS

• Don’t want to water down your cocktail? Make one of these ahead of time and pour it into an ice tray, then pop it in the freezer. Use the rum punch ice cubes to keep your drink cold without thinning out the flavor.
• Add fun garnishes like cute straws or a drink umbrella to make your cocktail even more fun! You could also add a slice of pineapple, orange, or lime.
• Feel free to make this recipe in larger quantities. A pitcher of rum punch is a great beverage choice for picnics, parties, and barbecues.
• Want to take your presentation to the next level? Cut the top off a pineapple, hollow out the middle, and use that as a vessel for your rum punch!

FAQS

What is rum?

This Caribbean liquor is made by fermenting and distilling sugarcane juice or sugarcane molasses, which is then often aged in oak barrels. Rum is often actually a by-product of the manufacturing of sugar.

Light rums are common ingredients in cocktails, whereas darker rums are typically enjoyed on their own, sometimes with ice.

What alcohol goes well with pineapple juice?

Rum and pineapple juice are a great pairing, as evidenced by the existence of cocktails like this rum punch, the Malibu bay breeze, the Sparkling Blue Hawaiian, and more.

Any drink with pineapple juice and rum is sure to be a hit!

PINEAPPLE RUM PUNCH