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Warm Winter (Local) Rum Punch – The Perfect Holiday Cocktail or Mocktail

December 13, 2016 by Jennifer 13 Comments

Who says that rum punch has to be reserved as a summer cocktail? I myself have never been one to discriminate against liquor based on season. Sure, I go through phases when the weather is warmer or colder. That’s why I tried this warm festive version of the old summer classic. (This post contains affiliate links.)

Rum Punch

It all started while planning my son’s 2nd birthday party for the beginning of December. Yes, it was on a Sunday afternoon. And OF COURSE, I was going to offer some sort of cocktail (only for the grown ups though, it’s our reward for surviving two year olds). I knew I wanted to do something with this delicious local rum a good friend and his buddies make, I just wasn’t sure what.

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I was looking up various cocktails using rum, and kept running across the classic rum punch. Then it occurred to me that a warmer, spicier, bolder version of the classic might just be the ticket. Sure enough, you combine all the ingredients together and it’s like a warm cup of coziness. You could substitute the rum with pretty much any other liquor, or don’t add any liquor at all and make a mocktail for you non-drinkers. Plus it makes your house smell amazing!

This warm winter rum punch will warm up any belly on a cold winter day.

Warm Winter Rum Punch

First, start with these ingredients:

  • Apple Cider
  • Cranberry Juice (I used 100% cranberry here but I would recommend a cranberry juice cocktail for a sweeter more balanced flavor. I ended up adding a little agave nectar which you wouldn’t have to do using regular cranberry juice.)
  • Fresh Cranberries
  • Pomegranate Seeds
  • Orange
  • Cinnamon Stick
  • Dash of Ground Clove
  • Dash of Ground Nutmeg
  • Dash of Ground Cinnamon
  • Rum (Distillery 36 now has a spiced rum that would be awesome, or liquor of choice, whiskey would be great as well, or no liquor at all if you want a mocktail)

Rum Punch Ingredients

Next, warm it all up in a pot:

  • Use a 2:1 ratio, 2 parts cider to 1 part cranberry juice
  • Quantities will depend on how many you’re serving, but for 4 drinks use 4 cups cider and 2 cups cranberry juice
  • Put a few good handfuls of cranberries and pomegranate seeds in
  • Add three cinnamon sticks
  • Slice the orange and squeeze it a little bit as before you put it in the pot
  • Sprinkle the spices in
  • Stir and bring to a simmer over medium heat
  • Cook for about 10 minutes

Rum Punch Cooking

Get your mugs ready:

  • Pour a couple ounces of the liquor into the mug

Rum for Rum Punch

Ladle and serve:

  • Make sure you get a little bit of all the fruit and yumminess into the glass
  • Garnish with a cinnamon stick if you want to be fancy
  • Or just dole out giant mugs of the stuff with no garnish and it will still look beautiful and taste delicious

Now go day drink and enjoy!

Also, check out these accessories that I love for serving winter cocktails!

  • Cocktail Mixing Set
  • Your Favorite Mug
  • Industrial Bar Cart
  • Sauce Pot

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  1. Megan says

    December 14, 2016 at 9:12 am

    This looks like the perfect drink for a cold, snowy evening and a warm fire. Can't wait to try it. :)
    Reply
    • Jennifer says

      December 14, 2016 at 4:01 pm

      Yes exactly!
      Reply
  2. Beth Patterson says

    December 14, 2016 at 10:50 am

    This sounds like a perfect drink to serve at my Christmas Eve gathering!
    Reply
    • Jennifer says

      December 14, 2016 at 4:00 pm

      Yes it's perfect for a Christmas Eve Gathering!
      Reply
  3. Erica @ Coming Up Roses says

    December 16, 2016 at 7:50 am

    I need to make this ASAP...NOTHING beats a warm rum punch! Coming Up Roses
    Reply
    • Jennifer says

      December 16, 2016 at 10:44 am

      It would be really good with spiced rum as well!
      Reply
  4. Victoria Stacey says

    December 19, 2016 at 6:06 am

    This looks so tasty! I love the colours and the flavours scream Winter to me! Can't wait to try.
    Reply
    • Jennifer says

      December 19, 2016 at 10:40 am

      Hope you enjoy! It's really tasty!
      Reply
  5. Boyd Kobe says

    January 15, 2019 at 3:24 am

    That sounds like a delicious drink! Definitely, want to give this a try.
    Reply
  6. Kelci says

    December 24, 2019 at 9:28 pm

    Can you make this ahead of time and re-warm when ready to serve?
    Reply
    • Jennifer says

      April 22, 2020 at 12:04 pm

      Yes absolutely!
      Reply
  7. Suzanne says

    October 22, 2020 at 1:42 pm

    This looks so good! What a great drink for a holiday get-together!
    Reply
  8. Vanessa says

    October 22, 2020 at 1:43 pm

    Thanks for sharing! How far ahead of time can I make them?
    Reply

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