Tamarind and Pineapple Caribbean Rum Punch

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-08 · Updated 2026-08-08

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A refreshing Caribbean-style rum punch blending tart tamarind, sweet pineapple juice, and warming spices for a vibrant cocktail. This Caribbean-inspired recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, brings together dark rum, pineapple juice, tamarind paste 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.

Prep: 10 min Serves 6 Caribbean cuisine 210 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 cups dark rum
2 cups pineapple juice
2 tbsp tamarind paste
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1/4 cup simple syrup
1/2 tsp ground allspice
1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp nutmeg
1 cup club soda
as needed ice cubes
for garnish pineapple slices
for garnish fresh mint leaves

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Instructions

Step 1: In a large pitcher, whisk together 2 cups dark rum, 2 cups pineapple juice, and 2 tbsp tamarind paste until the tamarind dissolves completely.
Step 2: Add 1/4 cup fresh lime juice, 1/4 cup simple syrup, 1/2 tsp ground allspice, 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon, and 1/4 tsp nutmeg; stir until well combined.
Step 3: Refrigerate the mixture for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld and chill.
Step 4: Just before serving, add 1 cup club soda and gently stir to combine.
Step 5: Fill glasses with ice cubes, pour in the punch, and garnish each glass with a pineapple slice and a sprig of fresh mint.