Caribbean Cranberry Mint Rum Delight

This festive and refreshing Cranberry and Mint Rum Punch is a Caribbean-inspired holiday cocktail that captures the essence of the season. Blending the tartness of cranberries with the aromatic essence of mint, this cocktail is a delightful mix of flavors and perfect for all your holiday parties. The rum adds a tropical touch, making it a fun and flavorful beverage to enjoy with family and friends.

Caribbean Cranberry Mint Rum Delight

A festive Caribbean-inspired cocktail blending the flavors of cranberry, mint, and rum, perfect for holiday gatherings.

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Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 25 mins

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup fresh cranberries
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon + 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
  • 8-10 fresh mint leaves
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed from 1-2 limes)
  • 1/4 cup rum (such as Flor de Cana)
  • Ice cubes

Instructions

  1. In a small saucepan, combine cranberries, water, and 1 tablespoon sugar. Bring to a boil, then let it simmer for 10 minutes until the sugar dissolves.
  2. In a measuring cup, muddle mint leaves with 2 teaspoons sugar until leaves are bruised and sugar is dissolved.
  3. Strain the cranberry syrup into a pitcher, reserving 2 tablespoons of cranberries for garnishing.
  4. Add lime juice, rum, and muddled mint to the pitcher. Stir until well combined.
  5. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer, pressing gently to extract all the flavors.
  6. Pour the cocktail into a glass filled with ice cubes and garnish with fresh mint leaves and reserved cranberries.