Punch It Up: A Pineapple Mango Rum Punch Recipe Inspired by the Caribbean

By Brittni • posted on 08/31/2023

A rum punch recipe that will make you feel like you’re in the Caribbean. Who’s in?!pretty pineapple mango rum punch recipe inspired by the Caribbean with fresh orchids and orange zest garnish

To kick off our upcoming vacation (going on a cruise) and celebrate the fact that tomorrow is World Cocktail Day (!!!), I’m sharing a fruity rum drink recipe inspired by our upcoming travels to the Southern Caribbean.

Rum punch cocktails in particular are kind of the perfect cocktail IMO because they look cute, asset great, and are super easy to make – which means they’re the perfect cocktail for parties and entertaining.

This recipe is a pineapple mango rum punch with some really beautiful (completely edible) garnishes… orchids and orange zest anyone?!

pineapple mango rum punch in a clear ribbed glass with orange zest garnish and edible flowers

We’re headed to the Southern Caribbean and this rum punch seemed pretty appropriate for the occasion. Maybe they’ll have something like this on the cruise? Or at one of the beaches we’re headed to….

We’re hitting up Aruba, Dominican Republic, Curacao, and Turks & Caicos on this trip and I cannot wait. Super pumped about Curacao and Aruba especially. 

I swear, no matter how many times I go to the Caribbean, I always feel like I could go again. I really do love tropical vacations more than any other.

That said, I recognize that not everyone is about to head out on a tropical vacation. BUT you can at least feel like you are with this rum punch recipe.

It’s a little bit sweet, but not too sweet.

And super fresh tasting too – like it is straight out of a Caribbean pressed juice bar, that has been known to spike a drink or two. Now, that’s a place I want to visit. 🙂

Here’s the recipe for pineapple mango rum punch…

Pineapple mango rum punch in a clear glass with nugget ice and edible flower garnish

Ingredients for Pineapple Mango Rum Punch

Makes one cocktail.

  • 3 oz of pineapple coconut juice
  • 3 oz of coconut rum (you can also use light or dark rum here instead)
  • 1 oz of mango juice
  • 1 oz of orange juice
  • splash of grenadine (mainly just for looks)
  • lime slices and/or orange zest for garnish
  • edible flowers for garnish

How to Make Pineapple Mango Rum Punch

Step 1: Combine all juices.

Combine all juices (pineapple coconut, mango, and orange) and rum. Then stir.

Tropical rum drinks like this can be used with all kinds of fruit juices.

Step 2: Stir and pour over ice.

I like using nugget ice for cocktails because it looks really pretty. Plus, I like chewing ice and this one is the best!

Step 3: Add color.

This is an optional step, but I like adding a splash of grenadine for color to rum punch cocktails.

The grenadine will fall to the bottom and give the drink a pretty ombre look.

It’s not a necessary step, but definitely adds an unexpected pop of color – great for parties.

Step 4: Garnish.

To take this cocktail up a notch, add lime, orange zest, and/or edible flowers for garnish.

I like using orchids for a drink like this because it makes such a big impact. Did you know that orchids are actually edible? 

To get the orange zest ribbon I just used a peeler to peel a long strip of zest from the orange.

Not going to lie, it took a couple of tried to get a long piece that I could then curl, but it’s worth it, IMO.

Note for making larger rum punch batches

If making a rum punch in a large batch, rather than a single drink, treat the ounce numbers above as parts instead.

So, for example, if you’re making a large batch of pineapple mango rum punch, you’d use 3 parts pineapple coconut juice, 3 parts coconut rum, 1 part mango juice, and 1 part orange juice.

closeup of orange and red cocktail with purple orchid and lime slice on the side of the rim

I’ve been to the Caribbean a few times, like I mentioned, and every time I’ve visited, there are always, ALWAYS a few rum drinks on hand.

They’re pretty much everywhere!

So, I’m hoping that this recipe will give you all of the tropical vibes today.

pineapple mango rum punch recipe with edible flowers inside

Pineapple mango rum punch recipe with lime slices and flowers on glass rim

three orange and red cocktails with crushed ice and edible flowers on top

Pineapple Mango Rum Punch Recipe That is Almost too Pretty to Drink

Brittni
These oh-so-pretty rum punch cocktails are the perfect cocktail for the spring and summer months. They look cute, taste amazing, and are super easy to make - which means they're the perfect cocktail for parties and entertaining. This recipe is a pineapple mango rum punch with some really beautiful (completely edible) garnishes... orchids and orange zest anyone?!
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Ingredients
  

  • 3 oz of pineapple coconut juice
  • 3 oz of coconut rum you can also use light or dark rum here instead
  • 1 oz of mango juice
  • 1 oz of orange juice
  • splash of grenadine mainly just for looks
  • lime slices and/or orange zest for garnish
  • edible flowers for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Step 1: Combine all juices.
  • Combine all juices (pineapple coconut, mango, and orange) and rum. Then stir.
  • Tropical rum drinks like this can be used with all kinds of fruit juices.
  • Step 2: Stir and pour over ice.
  • I like using nugget ice for cocktails because it looks really pretty. Plus, I like chewing ice and this one is the best!
  • Step 3: Add color.
  • This is an optional step, but I like adding a splash of grenadine for color to rum punch cocktails. The grenadine will fall to the bottom and give the drink a pretty ombre look.
  • It's not a necessary step, but definitely adds an unexpected pop of color - great for parties.
  • Step 4: Garnish.
  • To take this cocktail up a notch, add lime, orange zest, and/or edible flowers for garnish. I like using orchids for a drink like this because it makes such a big impact. Did you know that orchids are actually edible?
  • To get the orange zest ribbon I just used a peeler to peel a long strip of zest from the orange. Not going to lie, it took a couple of tried to get a long piece that I could then curl, but it's worth it, IMO.

Notes

Note for making larger rum punch batches
If making a rum punch in a large batch, rather than a single drink, treat the ounce numbers above as parts instead.
So, for example, if you're making a large batch of pineapple mango rum punch, you'd use 3 parts pineapple coconut juice, 3 parts coconut rum, 1 part mango juice, and 1 part orange juice.
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What do you think of this rum punch recipe? Are you a fan of rum drinks too?

P.S. If you’re looking for more rum punch recipes like this one, try this even simpler limited ingredient pineapple rum punch.

It’s a very simple rum drink, but equally delicious.

38 comments | Click here to reply

Yes of course, Helene. You can make it yourself. 🙂
-Brittni

Brittni

Hi,
pineapple coconut juice ? can we make it ourself with pineapple juice and coconut water for example ?

helene

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Absolutely loved this! Thank you for sharing the recipe! Did not really have the coconut pineapple juice , but it all worked out perfectly well!

Emma

this turned out to be super delicious…i tried this and my hubby loves it a lot…Thanks for sharing 🙂

CAFFAHOLIC

Mango is King of Fruits. I love mango juice.

asifawan

Love the idea being inspired by caribbean! Definitely trying them out soon. Thanks for sharing this!

Alcoline

Wish I was drinking this on a tropical island right now! It’s so pretty!

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I don’t care for the flavor of mango so I substituted cranberry juice. It was Delish!!!

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Hi Olivia. Aren’t those glasses fun? They’re my fave rn. The brand is Ferm Living. Here’s a link: http://rstyle.me/~9YnbA

Brittni

Awesome! Where did you get these fantastic glasses?!

Olivia

Hi Lana. Sure! I got it from Whole Foods. This is the exact brand and flavor: http://www.rwknudsenfamily.com/products/juice-blends/pineapple-coconut?gclid=CKSl86f9mtQCFQwQgQodUeoAng&dclid=CPKmg6j9mtQCFUgQgQodtb8Fuw Hope that helps!
-Brittni

Brittni

Can you tell me where what brand of pineapple coconut juice? Or where to get it? I don’t think i have seen it anywhere in my local store.
Cause this looks amazing and i need some!

Lana

Looks deelish. And tips on making it virgin?

Susan

WOW!! These look fabulous!! What amazing fun bright photos!

Ashlyn

I have discovered your blog just recently and I am loving it….the photography is awesome ! The recipe is something I will plan on trying soon. Do you think a spiced rum would work with this…that is the only rum I have on hand!
Enjoy your cruise…I look forward to reading about it!

Janet

This looks amazing!! Cant wait for summer!

Morgan Jorgenson

This is such a refreshing recipe. It was a real hit at my barbecue this weekend!

Alison Palmer

i love your attention to detail! These photos are amazing x

What Mum Loves

Thanks Greta. Hope you’ll try it. Happy Saturday!

Brittni

LOVE this recipe.

– Greta
www.mintyfrosting.com

Greta

Thanks Michelle.

Brittni

It looks so beautiful, and I bet it tastes amazing!
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Michelle

It’s really delicious, Natalie. Hope you’ll give it a try. Happy Friday!

Brittni

This sounds incredible, like a way way way better version of the malibu and pineapple I loved when I was younger

– Natalie
www.workovereasy.com

Natalie

Gotta love all the crazy holidays out there, especially if it involves a cocktail. 🙂 Right Helen?

Brittni

This punch looks so delicious and the presentation is so pretty! Maybe I’ll make it tomorrow for World Cocktail Day–I’m so glad I now know that’s a holiday! Thanks for sharing!

-Helen
http://www.sweethelengrace.com

Helen
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