This British derived drink, later formally adopted by the Jamaican culture is the epitome of delicious island-y flavors fused together in one refreshing drink ----- Jamaican Rum Punch Mocktail!
Course Drinks
Keyword alcohol-free, citrus, drinks, fruit, Jamaican, mocktail, punch, rum punch
Prep Time 5minutes
Cook Time 10minutes
Total Time 15minutes
Servings 6servings
Author Shanika | Orchids + Sweet Tea
Ingredients
SIMPLE STRAWBERRY SYRUP:
1cupsliced strawberries, stems removed
1cupfiltered water
1/4cuporganic cane sugar
1tspfreshly-squeezed lemon juice
MOCKTAIL:
2cupsorganic pineapple juice
1 1/2cupsfreshly-squeezed orange juice(That's about 5-6 navel oranges)
1cuporganic mango juice
Simple strawberry syrup
2Tbspsfreshly-squeezed lemon juice
2Tbspsfreshly-squeezed lime juice
1-2tspsminced ginger
Ginger beer, for topping
GARNISH:
Sliced strawberries
Fresh mint leaves
Pineapple chunks
Cherries, optional(See Notes!)
Instructions
MAKE THE SIMPLE STRAWBERRY SYRUP:
In a saucepan over medium-high heat, add together all ingredients, stirring to combine and bring to a boil, about 1-2 minutes. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for another 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
MAKE THE MOCKTAIL:
In a pitcher, add the pineapple juice, orange juice, mango juice, cooled strawberry syrup, lemon juice, lime juice, and minced ginger, mixing everything together until combined.
To Assemble Mocktails: Add crushed ice to a glass, fill 1/2 of the glass with the punch mixture, followed by the sliced strawberries, pineapple chunks, cherries (if using), and fresh mint leaves, if desired. Top with ginger beer. Repeat for every serving and enjoy!
Sip and Enjoy!
Notes
STORAGE: Leftover punch can be stored in a tightly sealed pitcher or mason jar and refrigerated for up to 1 week. Stir when ready to serve again.
SIMPLE SYRUP: Traditionally, Jamaican rum punch includes Grenadine or Fruit Punch syrup, however, I made a simple strawberry version. Feel free to use whichever you prefer.
CHERRIES: Usually with this drink, maraschino cherries are used for garnish. For a healthier twist, feel free to use fresh red cherries, if desired.
RUM: This is a mocktail, however, you can feel free to add rum for an extra kick or spruce up!