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Jamaican Rum Punch Recipe

Published: Dec 3, 2022 · Modified: Feb 23, 2024 by Tanya · This post may contain affiliate links · 20 Comments

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This Jamaican Rum Punch Recipe is the perfect drink for when you want a taste of the islands. It's delicious and refreshing and the perfect drink to bring you to the Caribbean. This post is meant for an audience 21 and over.

jamaican rum punch in glass with ice


 

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Oh Jamaica! Jamaica! How I miss thee! I've got to say that I loved growing up in a Jamaican household and I love everything about Jamaica, especially the food! Which is why I really should share more Jamaican recipes with you all. Noted! More Caribbean recipes to come in the future will be added to my Caribbean recipes page. But for now, I must share this Jamaican rum punch recipe with you.

So what's in a Jamaican Rum Punch?

  • Good Jamaican Rum - I use dark and white rum, Myers's and Wray & Nephew.
  • Jamaican fruit punch syrup - You can find this in specialty stores, but it's just flavored syrup. You can use grenadine as a substitute.
  • Delicious juices - Orange, pineapple, and lime give this tropical drink so much flavor.
  • Sparkling wine - an optional addition if you like your drink to have a little fizz.
ingredients for jamaican rum punch

I sometimes add sparkling wine to my punch because I'm a huge fan. This recipe is delish, with or without it.

How to make Jamaican Rum Punch

Add your ingredients to a pitcher and stir. Serve over ice. It's as simple as that.

rum punch in pitcher

Can I make this drink one serving?

Absolutely! I've included the full amounts in the recipe card if you are serving punch for a crowd. For one serving, you need the following amounts:

  • 2.5 ounces of pineapple juice
  • 2 ounces of orange juice
  • 1.5 ounces of dark rum
  • 1.5 ounces of white rum
  • 1.5 ounces fruit punch syrup
  • a squeeze of lime juice

Add the ingredients to a cocktail shaker with ice and shake the ingredients. Pour it into a single serving glass.

What's the best rum to use in rum punch?

For this Jamaican version, I suggest using Jamaican rum. I suggest using Jamaican Appelton Rum or Myers's rum as the dark rum in this punch. For the white rum, I suggest Wray & Nephew. Be warned, Wray & Nephew is nice and strong, so reduce the amount if you need to.

This drink is perfect for a crowd and super easy to prepare. I hope you love this drink recipe as much as we do.

What food should I serve with this rum punch?

This rum punch is great for social settings but goes well served with many dishes. Try it with my jerk chicken, escovitch fish, or fried chicken.

How to store rum punch, and how long does it last?

Store rum punch in the refrigerator without any ice. It will last for 3-4 days.

rum punch in glass with flamingo on top

Other Drink Recipes

  • Jamaican Lemonade
  • Jamaican Sorrel Drink
  • Easy Red Sangria
  • Fruity Martini
  • Cranberry Lemonade
  • Planter's Punch

Looking for more Jamaican recipes??? Head to the Recipe Category of Caribbean or try my Corned Beef and Cabbage, Rasta Pasta, or Callaloo and Saltfish recipes.

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Jamaican Rum Punch

This Jamaican Rum Punch Recipe is the perfect drink for when you want a taste of the islands. It's delicious and refreshing and the perfect drink to bring you to the Caribbean.
Course Drinks
Cuisine Caribbean
Keyword jamaican rum punch, rum punch, rum punch recipe
Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
Total Time 5 minutes minutes
Servings 6 people
Calories 234kcal
Author Tanya
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Ingredients

  • 2 cups pineapple juice
  • 1 ½ cup orange juice
  • 1 cup dark rum
  • 1 cup white rum
  • 1 cup fruit punch syrup
  • ¼ cup fresh lime juice

Instructions

  • Mix it all in your favorite pitcher and enjoy over ice 🙂

Notes

  • Fruit Punch flavored syrup is hard to find in some grocery stores in the States. I found mine at an International Grocery Store. I use Grace Fruit Punch Syrup. Grenadine or Strawberry flavored syrup would work as a good substitute. 
  • If adding sparking wine, use about ½ cup. 
  • Suggested Tools
    • Glass Pitcher
    • Flamingo Drinking Straws
    • Pineapple Drinking Straws

Nutrition

Calories: 234kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.02g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 3mg | Potassium: 239mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 133IU | Vitamin C: 42mg | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 0.4mg
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This post was originally published June 7, 2018. It has been updated with new helpful information and photos.

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  1. Patricia Fowler says

    March 18, 2024 at 11:51 am

    Great refreshing cocktail

    Reply
    • Tanya says

      March 19, 2024 at 2:09 pm

      Thanks, Patricia! So happy you liked the recipe 🙂

      Reply
  2. Barb Bissonnette says

    December 09, 2022 at 1:12 pm

    How in the world do you work as an attorney in addition to keeping up with your wonderful recipes?

    Reply
    • Tanya says

      December 09, 2022 at 1:39 pm

      lol, thank you! I'm currently not practicing law but still maintain my license. I now get to dedicate my days to creating and sharing recipes 🙂

      Reply
  3. Frank says

    September 25, 2021 at 10:53 am

    I love all your Jamaican recipes because they are so very good. I lived and worked in JA for some 25 years way back in the 50s, 60s, and 70s, so I am really familiar with most JA foods and loved them all. Way back then, when you arrived at the airport in Kingston, you were handed a glass of Rum Punch. I already knew the "1 of sour,2 of sweet, 3 of strong, and 4 of weak" formula, but there was a special taste about the airport one , and I was told the "weak" was pineapple juice, not water. I was particularly intrigued by your addition of white wine, and I will be trying it shortly. Thanks for all you are doing to make us Jamaicans happy (and that does include me because I became a citizen shortly after Independence in 1962. Walk good always!

    Reply
    • Tanya says

      September 27, 2021 at 6:40 am

      Nice!!! I think the white wine addition is a good twist. I hope you like it 🙂

      Reply
  4. bftobin says

    June 04, 2021 at 12:39 pm

    Real Jamaican Rum Punch
    1 part sour (Jamaican lime)
    2 part sweet (cane sugar preferable brown)
    3 part strong (Wray&Nephew white rum)
    4 part weak (old time people used tea, now, anything goes)
    Works every time

    Reply
    • Ian says

      January 25, 2025 at 2:35 pm

      The Two Fat Ladies used this recipe on their show. Looked divine.

      Reply
  5. Kellie says

    February 12, 2020 at 4:29 am

    Would using rum extract get the same flavor? I would like to make a 'dry' version of this for my workplace....any thoughts?

    Reply
    • Tanya says

      February 12, 2020 at 8:29 am

      I think it would work. I would only start with 1 tsp of the extract though, that stuff is powerful.

      Reply
  6. Mimi K says

    August 11, 2019 at 3:31 am

    I made this tonight for my birthday party and it was a hit! I used grenadine instead of the fruit punch. I also used the Appleton Run.

    Thanks!!!

    Reply
    • Tanya says

      August 11, 2019 at 5:06 pm

      Awesome! So glad you enjoyed it and thank you for letting me know 🙂

      Reply
  7. Boyd Kobe says

    January 15, 2019 at 9:54 pm

    Gorgeous looking cocktail! It sounds so delicious too. Can’t wait to try these, everyone will love them.

    Reply
  8. Charles R says

    July 04, 2018 at 9:09 am

    Good recipe... but I need
    Wray &nephew white rum and a lil ginger for authenticity.

    Reply
  9. J. YisBridge says

    June 30, 2018 at 3:38 pm

    Hi,
    One of the best decisions that ever made was to purchase this Air Fryer. I waited and thought and price shopped for months until I finally understood from reading how to get the most use from this fryer. I can honestly say that I have not had my oven on in weeks and we totally like the texture of the many things we have placed in the fryer. A great purchase!!

    Reply
  10. Jill says

    June 08, 2018 at 4:42 pm

    I'm not sure I've ever had a rum punch. It sounds fantastic - perfect for sipping in the summer!

    Reply
  11. Caroline says

    June 08, 2018 at 3:11 pm

    Sounds like the sort of drink that's perfect nice and cold at a summer party!

    Reply
  12. Claudia Lamascolo says

    June 08, 2018 at 2:30 pm

    This reminds me of a cruise ship drink which I love this one is so refreshing and perfect for summer

    Reply
  13. Alyssa says

    June 08, 2018 at 2:24 pm

    My favorite summer drink! I love how festive it looks, too.

    Reply
  14. Karen @ Seasonal Cravings says

    June 08, 2018 at 2:05 pm

    This brings me back to spring vacations! I love this stuff but I've never tried making it home. Can't wait to try it out!

    Reply

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