Planter’s Punch
A classic rum punch balancing citrus, spice, and rich molasses depth.
Base spirit
Rum
Style
Tiki
Glassware
Tall glass
Planter’s Punch combines Jamaican rum with citrus, sugar, and spice for a simple yet powerful Caribbean punch. Its flavor sits between a sour and a tropical cooler, with Jamaican funk driving the structure and citrus brightening the finish. Early printed versions vary widely, but the drink’s essence stays constant: rum, lime, and sugar balanced to taste.
Ingredients
Servings
- • 2 oz Jamaican rum
- • 1 oz lime
- • 1 oz simple syrup
- • 2 dashes Angostura
- • Soda splash
- • Mint
- • Orange slice
Did you know?
“One early formula summarized the drink as: “One of sour, two of sweet, three of strong, four of weak,” a rhyme that became synonymous with Caribbean punch culture.”
Source:Smuggler’s Cove; PunchDrink archives
Bartender's Note
Adjust sweetness to account for the rum’s intensity.
How to make the Planter’s Punch
- 1Shake with ice.
- 2Strain over crushed ice.
- 3Garnish.
