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Tropical cherry rum cocktail

A sun‑soaked crowd pleasing punch that blends luscious cherry sweetness with bright citrus and tropical rum vibes perfect for backyard parties or lazy summer afternoons. This mix feels like a Caribbean escape in a glass.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: cocktail
Cuisine: Caribbean‑Inspired
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

Punch Base
  • 1  cup white or flavored rum banana or coconut rum works beautifully
  • 2  cups orange juice chilled
  • 2  cups pineapple juice chilled
  • 2  cups ginger ale or club soda
Cherry Element
  • 1  cup cherry syrup store‑bought cocktail cherry syrup or grenadine can be used
Garnish
  • Fresh orange and lemon slices
  • Maraschino cherries

Equipment

  • Large pitcher or punch bowl
  • Long spoon for stirring
  • Jigger or measuring tool
  • Highball glasses or punch cups
  • Ice

Method
 

  1. In a large pitcher, combine the rum, orange juice, pineapple juice, and ginger ale.
  2. Stir gently to blend all the liquids.
  3. Add the cherry syrup and give the mixture another light stir to incorporate.
  4. Fill serving glasses with ice , pour the punch over the ice in each glass.
  5. Garnish with fresh orange and lemon slices, top each glass with a maraschino cherry and serve immediately and enjoy chilled.