Mermaid Rum Punch Cocktail Recipe

I love making drinks that look as good as they taste. The Mermaid Rum Punch is definitely one of my favorites.

The bright colors and tropical flavor just scream summer, whether I’m hosting a party or winding down after a long day. This cocktail brings together smooth rum, sweet fruit juices, and a splash of blue curacao for something both refreshing and seriously eye-catching.

You’ll see how to make this punch step by step with simple ingredients and basic tools. I’ll also talk a bit about balancing the flavors so it tastes just right.

When you mix it up, it really does look like a bit of the ocean landed in your glass. There’s a reason it’s called “Mermaid.”

After the recipe, I’ll describe what makes it taste special and how it stands out from other tropical drinks.

Mermaid Rum Punch Cocktail Recipe

I love how this drink blends tropical fruit flavors with smooth rum, turning out a bright blue punch that always looks great. The combo of pineapple juice, lime juice, and two types of rum creates a balanced, refreshing taste that’s so easy to enjoy.

Equipment

To make Mermaid Rum Punch, I grab a few simple tools that make things quick and keep cleanup easy.

• Cocktail shaker – mixes everything together and chills the drink
• Jigger or measuring cup – helps me keep the rum and juices balanced
• Mixing spoon – handy when I don’t need to shake
• Strainer – lets me pour without ice chunks
• Glassware – I usually reach for a tall or hurricane glass
• Citrus juicer – squeezing limes is way faster with this
• Ice scoop – keeps things less messy

Having everything ready before I start just makes life easier, and it keeps the drink cold and fresh.

Ingredients

I always go for fresh juices and decent rum to get the best flavor. The color pops thanks to blue curaçao, which adds a light orange note too.

• 2 oz spiced rum
• 1 oz coconut rum
• 2 oz pineapple juice
• 1 oz lime juice (fresh is best, honestly)
• ½ oz blue curaçao
• ½ oz simple syrup (totally optional, if you like it sweeter)
• Ice cubes
• Garnishes: lime wheels and maraschino cherries

Mixing spiced and coconut rum gives a little warmth and sweetness that goes really well with the citrus and pineapple.

Instructions

Here’s how I make one serving of mermaid punch that looks and tastes fantastic.

• Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice.
• Add the spiced rum, coconut rum, pineapple juice, lime juice, blue curaçao, and simple syrup.
• Shake it well for about 15 seconds, until the shaker gets nice and cold.
• Strain into a tall glass filled with fresh ice.
• Garnish with a lime wheel and a maraschino cherry on top.
• Serve it right away while it’s still chilled.

When I shake it, the flavors blend together evenly and you get a light froth on top.

Notes

I usually adjust the sweetness by adding or skipping the simple syrup. If I want something lighter, I cut the rum a little and add a splash of soda water.

For parties, I just scale up the recipe and mix it in a big pitcher instead of shaking each glass. Keeping the mix cold before serving makes the flavors stay crisp.

Fresh lime juice really does make a difference. The color stays bright blue, and the citrus keeps the drink balanced so it never gets too sweet.

Tasting Notes

Right away, I get these bright tropical flavors—pineapple and coconut jump out first. That mix brings a smooth, easy sweetness, almost like hanging out on a warm beach or at one of those loud summer parties.

The rum sneaks in with a gentle warmth, but it never overpowers anything. I think it really helps balance all the fruit, so the whole thing stays light and super easy to sip.

Every sip feels refreshing, maybe even a little tangy. The citrus pops just enough to keep the sweetness in check, and honestly, that blue color? It totally looks like a tropical cocktail you’d get at some island bar.

Toward the end, I catch this creamy hint that softens the sharper fruit flavors. It leaves a pretty clean finish—kind of makes you want to go back for another taste, you know?

When I pour it over ice and serve it cold, the punch turns crisp and extra cooling. Feels like the kind of drink I’d want to share with friends on a sunny afternoon, just hanging out and not worrying about much.