Jerk Rum Punch

About this recipe

Jerk Rum Punch
A Sophisticated Caribbean Cocktail with a Seductive Kick

Smooth, vibrant and unmistakably Caribbean, the Jerk Rum Punch is an elegant cocktail created for those who enjoy their drinks with character.
A luxurious blend of dark rum, tropical fruit juices, citrus and grenadine delivers rich layers of sweetness, warmth and refreshing acidity. A subtle touch of Jerk Centre’s Taste From the Ancestors Mild Hot Jerk Sauce adds an unexpected depth of Jamaican spice without overpowering the drink.
The result is a polished, seductive rum punch with a gentle smoky warmth, a beautiful sunset colour and a finish that lingers just long enough to tempt you back for another sip.
Perfect for sophisticated summer gatherings, Caribbean-themed dinners, celebrations or an indulgent evening at home.
Bartender’s Tip
The secret to this cocktail is restraint. Taste From the Ancestors should enhance the rum, citrus and tropical fruit with a delicate Jamaican warmth not dominate the drink.
Shake the bottle thoroughly before measuring the sauce so that its spices are evenly distributed.

Instructions

Instructions
1. Prepare the glasses

Fill two large rocks glasses or hurricane glasses generously with ice. Place them to one side while you prepare the punch.
2. Create the jerk punch mixture
Add the dark rum, white rum, pineapple juice, orange juice, lime juice, grenadine, sugar syrup and Angostura bitters to a cocktail shaker.
Add ¼ teaspoon of Taste From the Ancestors Mild Hot Jerk Sauce. This should provide a refined background warmth rather than an intense chilli flavour.
3. Shake until chilled
Fill the cocktail shaker with ice, secure the lid and shake firmly for approximately 15 seconds. The outside of the shaker should become cold and lightly frosted.
4. Taste and adjust
Taste a small amount before serving. For a sweeter punch, add a little more sugar syrup. For additional freshness, add another squeeze of lime.
Those who prefer a more noticeable jerk warmth can add one or two additional drops of sauce, but add it gradually.
5. Pour and present
Strain the cocktail over the prepared glasses of fresh ice. Pour slowly to preserve its rich sunset colour and smooth appearance.
6. Garnish
Garnish each glass with an orange slice, lime wedge, cocktail cherry and a generous sprig of fresh mint.
Finish with a very light grating of fresh nutmeg across the top.
Serve immediately.

Make a Sharing Pitcher

To prepare approximately eight servings, use:

400ml dark Jamaican rum
200ml white rum
480ml pineapple juice
320ml orange juice
120ml fresh lime juice
80ml grenadine
60ml sugar syrup
1 teaspoon Taste From the Ancestors Mild Hot Jerk Sauce
8 dashes Angostura bitters

Stir everything together thoroughly in a large chilled pitcher. Add ice shortly before serving and garnish with orange slices, lime wheels, cocktail cherries and fresh mint.

Ingredients

Ingredients
100ml dark Jamaican rum
50ml white rum
120ml pineapple juice
80ml fresh orange juice
30ml fresh lime juice
20ml grenadine
15ml sugar syrup
¼ teaspoon Jerk Centre Taste From the Ancestors Mild Hot Jerk Sauce
2 dashes Angostura bitters
A generous handful of ice cubes

To Garnish
2 fresh orange slices
2 lime wedges or wheels
2 cocktail cherries
Fresh mint leaves
A light grating of fresh nutmeg

Make a Sharing Pitcher
To prepare approximately eight servings, use:
400ml dark Jamaican rum
200ml white rum
480ml pineapple juice
320ml orange juice
120ml fresh lime juice
80ml grenadine
60ml sugar syrup
1 teaspoon Taste From the Ancestors Mild Hot Jerk Sauce
8 dashes Angostura bitters