Description
This Pineapple Mango Rum Extract Punch is a delightful non-alcoholic drink that captures the vibrant essence of the tropics. It’s refreshing, easy to make, and perfect for gatherings, ensuring everyone can enjoy a taste of paradise.
Ingredients
- 100% pure pineapple juice, unsweetened
- Mango nectar or fresh mango puree
- Non-alcoholic rum extract
- Fresh lime juice
- Simple syrup (equal parts sugar and water)
- Sparkling water or ginger ale
- Fresh pineapple slices (for garnish)
- Ripe mango cubes (for garnish)
- Lime wheels (for garnish)
- Fresh mint or cilantro sprigs (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Mango Puree (if using fresh/frozen): Peel and cube your ripe mango or use thawed frozen mango chunks. Blend with a splash of water until smooth, and strain if desired.
- Combine the Base Juices: In a large pitcher or punch bowl, mix the pineapple juice, mango nectar (or puree), and freshly squeezed lime juice.
- Add the Rum Extract: Stir in the rum extract, starting with 1 teaspoon, and adjust to taste.
- Sweeten to Taste: Gradually add simple syrup, stirring and tasting until the desired sweetness is reached.
- Chill Thoroughly: Cover and refrigerate the punch base for at least 2-3 hours.
- Just Before Serving: Add ice to the punch bowl and pour in the sparkling water or ginger ale. Stir gently to combine.
- Garnish and Serve: Add garnishes to the punch bowl or individual glasses and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 10 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Make the punch base a day in advance for enhanced flavor. Use frozen fruit as ice to keep the punch cold without dilution. Adjust sweetness based on your crowd's preferences.