Malibu Rum Punch

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This Malibu Rum Punch cocktail is a fun way to enjoy a delightful blend of Caribbean rum, orange juice, and sweet cherry grenadine. It makes for a tropical cocktail that is just perfect for a hot day. It will have you feeling like you are on an island. It makes the perfect Summer party drink, or the perfect drink for enjoying on the beach, by the lake, or even by the pool.

Why we love this drink-

• The sweet grenadine syrup gives this drink a fun ombre effect.
• It is made with simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand.
• ​This drink will make you feel like you are on a tropical vacation.
• It is a refreshing cocktail with the taste of paradise!

Here’s what you’ll need to make this Malibu Rum Punch recipe-

Malibu Rum Punch Ingredients:

• 2 oz. Malibu coconut rum
• 4 oz. Orange Juice
• Splash of grenadine
• Ice
• Maraschino cherries for garnish

Serve this drink in a hurricane glass or another tall cocktail glass.

Directions:

Step 1: To a cocktail shaker, add about 1 cup of ice, rum, and orange juice. Shake to combine and chill.

Step 2: Fill your cocktail glass fully with ice. Pour in orange juice and rum, strained. Slowly pour a splash of grenadine down the side of the glass. It should float to the bottom. Garnish with a maraschino cherry.

Tips & FAQs

• ​Don’t have any Malibu rum? Use your favorite bland of plain rum with a teaspoon of coconut extract in your drink for the coconut flavor.
• You can also garnish this with a slice of orange or even a piece of fresh coconut if you are really feeling the tropical vibes.
• You can also add a bit of pineapple juice to this drink- opt to split the difference and do two ounces of orange and two ounces of pineapple. Then, be sure and add a fresh pineapple slice to your garnish!
• Definitely use your cocktail shaker on this one for a perfectly mixed drink.
• Freeze orange juice or pineapple juice into ice cubes so that your drink never gets watered down.

What is rum punch made of?

We usually see rum punches made from your favorite rum, tropical juices like pineapple, orange, passion fruit, or even cranberry juice, and grenadine!

​Is Malibu rum actually rum?

While lighter on the alcohol at 21% ABV, yes Malibu is rum. Some people may call it a liqueur, but it doesn’t really fall under that definition, in my opinion.

For the full recipe, see the printable recipe card below.

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We just love the tropical flavors in this drink. You might also like these other cocktails, check them out to find your new favorite drink.

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