A tropical paradise awaits with this refreshing Pineapple Rum Punch cocktail. This sweet and fruity drink combines white rum, pineapple juice, orange juice, and coconut cream for a taste of the islands.

The recipe takes less than 5 minutes to make and serves 4-6 people. It’s a perfect drink for summer parties, backyard barbecues, or any time you want to add some island vibes to your day.

Guests love the bright yellow color and fun garnishes like pineapple wedges and maraschino cherries. The drink can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge until ready to serve.

Pineapple Rum Punch Cocktail Recipe

This tropical drink mixes sweet pineapple juice with smooth rum and fresh citrus for a perfect party punch that serves 8-10 people.

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Prep Time 15

Total Time 15

Serving Size

Equipment

Large punch bowl or pitcher (2-3 quart capacity)
Long-handled spoon for stirring

Measuring cups and jiggers
Ice bucket
Hurricane glasses or punch cups

Fruit knife and cutting board
Fine-mesh strainer

Ingredients

2 cups white rum

4 cups pineapple juice
2 cups orange juice
1 cup lime juice fresh squeezed

1/2 cup grenadine syrup
2 cups ginger ale
Ice cubes

Fresh pineapple chunks for garnish
Orange slices for garnish
Maraschino cherries for garnish

Instructions

Pour rum, pineapple juice, orange juice, and lime juice into the punch bowl.
Add grenadine and stir until mixed.
Stir in the grenadine until mixed.

Just before serving, add the ginger ale and stir gently.
Fill the punch bowl with ice cubes.
Float fresh pineapple chunks and orange slices in the punch.

Garnish each glass with a maraschino cherry and pineapple chunk.

Notes

Store any leftover punch without ice in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.

The recipe can be doubled or halved based on party size.

Make a non-alcoholic version by replacing rum with coconut water or additional ginger ale.

Pre-chill all ingredients for the best results.

For stronger drinks, add an extra 1/2 cup of rum. For weaker drinks, add more ginger ale.

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Tasting Notes

Pineapple rum punch offers sweet tropical flavors with a smooth, boozy finish. The fresh pineapple juice creates a bright, sunny taste that mingles with the warm vanilla notes from aged rum.

Coconut cream adds a rich, silky texture and subtle nutty undertone. A splash of orange juice brings citrus tang that balances the sweetness perfectly.

The spices create gentle warmth in the background. Nutmeg adds depth while cinnamon gives a mild kick that enhances the rum’s natural flavors.

Key Flavor Notes:

Sweet pineapple
Warm vanilla
Creamy coconut

Bright citrus
Light spice

Each sip starts fruity and ends with a gentle rum warmth. The drink tastes best when very cold, served over plenty of ice.

The punch has a medium body – not too thin or thick. Fresh garnishes like pineapple wedges and orange slices add extra aroma when served.

Sweetness Level: Medium-high Alcohol Strength: Medium Serving Temperature: Ice cold

Substitute

Can’t find pineapple rum? Regular white rum works well in this cocktail. Dark rum adds a richer flavor but changes the drink’s color.

Replace pineapple juice with a mix of orange juice and mango juice. This keeps the tropical taste while offering a different twist.

No coconut cream? Use coconut milk mixed with simple syrup. Mix 1 part simple syrup with 2 parts coconut milk to match the sweetness.

Other substitutes include:

Sprite or 7-Up instead of club soda
Lemon-lime juice for lime juice
Agave nectar for simple syrup

Ginger ale for a spicier twist

Skip the fresh fruit garnish if needed. The drink tastes great without it. Paper umbrellas make fun alternatives for decoration.

For a non-alcoholic version, use pineapple juice mixed with coconut water. Add a splash of lime juice and top with club soda.

Pineapple Rum Punch Cocktail Recipe