Table of Contents
- Get the Party Started Rum Punch
- What is in rum punch
- Angostura rum punch recipe
- How to drink rum punch
- Similar recipes found on flaevor.com
- Recipe: Trinidad rum punch recipe
Get the Party Started Rum Punch
The Caribbean is full of tempting rum punch recipes, and this Trinidadian version is guaranteed to get you in the mood for a traditional Sunday lunch, a lime on the beach or a party, whatever the occasion.
What is in rum punch
Trinidadian punch is a staple of the locals, with many variations from town to town – but 3 things are guaranteed with this drink – it is always strong with rum, tart with lime and well balanced with just the right amount of sugar.
Angostura rum punch recipe
Made with several dashes of Angostura bitters, a concentrated alcoholic bitter made with herbs and spices. Produced by the House of Angostura in Trinidad, it gives the drink its unique flavour.
How to drink rum punch
Anytime is a good time for rum punch, just make sure you have plenty of ice to keep it nice and chilled. When serving rum punch along with a meal, nothing pairs more perfectly than traditional Trinidad Stewed Chicken and coleslaw, Recipe here
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Recipe: Trinidad rum punch recipe
Trinidad Rum Punch
Ingredients
- 250g raw sugar
- 125ml water
- 1 tbsp Angostura bitters
- 500ml good dark rum
- 250ml fresh lime juice
Instructions
- Using a small saucepan, dissolve water and sugar over medium heat, slowly stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
- Once cooled, combine rum, lime juice, bitters, and sugar syrup.
- To serve: Option one: Fill a pitcher or punch bowl with ice and pour over rum punch. Option 2:Fill each glass with ice. Pour over the rum punch. The punch is at its best when it's had a few minutes to cool down on the ice and to dilute a little.
