Buffet-Style Spiced Pineapple Punch
A tropical punch inspired by the vibrant buffet culture, blending bright pineapple with warm spice and a touch of effervescence. This recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, brings together dark rum, pineapple juice, ginger beer for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 210 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz dark rum
- 2 oz pineapple juice
- 2 oz ginger beer
- 0.5 oz fresh lime juice
- 0.25 oz allspice dram
- 1 piece pineapple wedge
- a pinch fresh grated nutmeg
- 1 cup ice cubes
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a shaker halfway with ice cubes. Pour in 1.5 oz dark rum, 2 oz pineapple juice, 0.5 oz fresh lime juice, and 0.25 oz allspice dram.
- Step 2: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the shaker feels cold to the touch.
- Step 3: Strain into a chilled collins glass filled with fresh ice cubes.
- Step 4: Top with 2 oz ginger beer and stir gently once with a bar spoon to combine.
- Step 5: Garnish with a pineapple wedge on the rim and grate a pinch of fresh nutmeg over the surface for a warm aromatic finish.
