Citrus Rum and Mint Caribbean Punch

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-28 · Updated 2026-04-28

A lively Caribbean punch featuring bright citrus juices, fresh mint, and a splash of dark rum for a party-ready libation. This Caribbean-inspired recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, brings together dark rum, orange juice, 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 210 calories and feeds 6, 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 1/2 cups dark rum
• 3 cups fresh orange juice
• 1 cup fresh lime juice
• 1/2 cup simple syrup
• 2 cups chilled club soda
• 1/3 cup plus extra for garnish fresh mint leaves
• 1 cup orange slices
• 4 cups ice cubes

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large pitcher, muddle 1/3 cup fresh mint leaves with 1/2 cup simple syrup until the leaves release their fragrant oils.
2. Step 2: Add 1 1/2 cups dark rum, 3 cups fresh orange juice, and 1 cup fresh lime juice to the pitcher. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
3. Step 3: Pour in 2 cups chilled club soda to add light effervescence, and gently stir to mix without losing bubbles.
4. Step 4: Add 4 cups ice cubes and 1 cup thinly sliced orange slices to the pitcher to chill the punch and enhance presentation.
5. Step 5: Garnish individual glasses with additional fresh mint leaves before serving.