RestaurantsThe Loudoun Kitchen & BarSummer Punch Recipe

Summer Punch Recipe

Time30m
Serves12

Bacardi, Malibu, Peach Schnapps, Pineapple, Cranberry.

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Ingredients

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Punch Base (alcohol)

Method

Punch Base (alcohol)

1

Measure spirits

In a large pitcher or 2- to 3‑quart punch bowl, pour 12 fl oz Bacardi (light rum), 8 fl oz Malibu coconut rum, and 6 fl oz peach schnapps.

2

Stir gently to combine the spirits so they are evenly distributed before adding the juices.

Juices & Mixer

3

Add juices

Add 32 fl oz pineapple juice and 24 fl oz cranberry juice to the bowl. Pour in 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice to brighten the flavors.

4

Adjust sweetness

Taste the mixture. If you prefer a sweeter punch, stir in up to 3 tablespoons simple syrup a tablespoon at a time until desired sweetness is reached.

5

Stir the punch thoroughly to combine spirits, juices, and syrup (if used).

Chill & Carbonate

6

If you will serve immediately, refrigerate for 20–30 minutes to chill. For best flavor, cover and refrigerate for 1–2 hours to let flavors meld.

7

Just before serving, gently stir in 24 fl oz chilled club soda or lemon‑lime soda to add a light effervescence. Add soda slowly to preserve bubbles.

Garnish & Serve

8

Prepare bowl and ice

Place a large block of ice or a layer of ice cubes in the punch bowl. If using a block, set it in the center; if using cubes, spread evenly so punch stays cold without becoming overly diluted.

9

Garnish

Float 8 pineapple slices and 8 lime wheels on top of the punch. Tuck 8 mint sprigs among the fruit for aroma (optional).

10

Ladle into glasses over ice and garnish each glass with an additional lime wheel or pineapple wedge if desired. Serve immediately.

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