Caramelized Pineapple Rum Punch
A tropical punch that imbibes the sweetness of caramelized pineapple with the warmth of aged rum and bright citrus notes. This Caribbean-inspired recipe, ready in about 12 minutes, brings together pineapple chunks, dark rum, fresh lime juice 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 220 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
- 2 cups pineapple chunks
- 3 oz dark rum
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 1 oz simple syrup
- 3 dashes angostura bitters
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 1 for garnish mint sprig
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 cups pineapple chunks and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pineapple is golden brown and caramelized.
- Step 2: Transfer the caramelized pineapple to a cocktail shaker. Add 3 oz dark rum, 1 oz fresh lime juice, 1 oz simple syrup, and 3 dashes angostura bitters.
- Step 3: Fill the shaker with 1 cup ice cubes and shake vigorously for 15 seconds until well chilled.
- Step 4: Strain the punch into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice. Garnish with 1 sprig fresh mint and serve immediately for a tropical, imbibable delight.








