As always, I am yearning for Jamaica...thinking of the coolness, the sun,
the beautiful beaches and the good vibes. If I can't be there at least I can
close my eyes and pretend and so can you...this recipe will take you
straight to the islands...I made it for a party at my house and was super
well received...
Step 1
UNDERSTAND PUNCH PROPORTIONS: Pirates and sailors, who were no stranger to the Caribbean, are said to have
created this unique melding of East Indian and West Indian culture. The word
"punch" is said to originate with the Hindi word "panch", which means
"five". An easy way to remember the proper proportions for a rum punch is
this poem: One of sour / Two of sweet / Three of strong / and Four of weak Step 2
MIXING THE INGREDIENTS: In a large punch bowl, combine:
3/4 a bottle of Appleton Dark Jamaican Rum
1/2 bottle of Wray & Nephew White Jamaican Rum
1/2 bottle of strawberry syrup or 3/4 bottle of grenadine
1/2 can of pineapple juice
Fresh squeezed lemon or lime juice to taste
Water & Ice to taste Step 3
OPTIONAL: Try cutting up tropical fruit to float in your bowl. You can cut the fruit
to garnish glasses, or use the classic umbrella or palm tree cocktail glass
accents. For those who are very bold and/or seeking a truly authentic punch,
add a handful of pimento seeds!