Rum Punch For One Barbados Recipe

Craving a classic rum punch but short on tropical fruits? This Barbadian-inspired recipe is your solution! Originally found on the Totally Barbados website, this single-serving cocktail perfectly balances the five classic punch elements: sour, sweet, strong, weak, and spice. We've tweaked it with passion fruit juice for an extra zing (water works too!). Discover the rich history behind this iconic drink—the word 'punch' comes from the Indian word 'paunch,' meaning five—and enjoy a sophisticated, easy-to-make cocktail in minutes.

Prep Time 1 mins
Cook Time 1 mins
Calories 100.5 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 5.0 (5 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Rum Punch For One Barbados

  • 1 ounce fresh lime juice
  • 2 ounces sugar syrup
  • 3 ounces dark rum
  • 4 ounces water
  • 2 dashes Angostura bitters
  • 1 pinch freshly grated nutmeg
  • ice (to fill a tall glass)
  • 4 ounces passion fruit juice (optional)

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How to Make Rum Punch For One Barbados

  1. Fill a tall glass with ice.
  2. Add 1 oz lime juice and 2 oz sugar syrup. Stir gently to combine.
  3. Pour in 3 oz rum and 4 oz passion fruit juice (or water). Stir well.
  4. Add 2 dashes Angostura bitters and a sprinkle of freshly grated nutmeg. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

0g

Carbs

0g