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Planter's Punch
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Planter's Punch

Planter's Punch combines Dark Rum, Orgeat Syrup, Orange Juice, Pineapple Juice in a punch / party drink served in a collins glass. It is a strong fit for house party, brunch, summer patio and feels right at home in a well-stocked cocktail rotation.

Taste profile

Balanced, sweet, balanced, and smooth.

Best for

Best for house party, brunch, summer patio.

Quick tags

IBAClassic

Quick fact

Planter's Punch is usually served as a punch / party drink in a collins glass, and its identity is shaped by Dark Rum, Orgeat Syrup, Orange Juice.

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How to make it

Build it step by step.

5 steps
  1. 1Pour all ingredients, except the bitters, into shaker filled with ice.
  2. 2Shake well.
  3. 3Pour into large glass, filled with ice.
  4. 4Add Angostura bitters, "on top".
  5. 5Garnish with cocktail cherry and pineapple.

Method

Shaken

Finish

Usually finished with Orange Juice.

Taste map

Strength

Balanced

Sweetness

Sweet

Sourness

Balanced

Bitterness

Smooth

Read: Planter's Punch is a medium alcoholic cocktail for house party with Dark Rum, Orgeat Syrup, Orange Juice.

Texture and serve cues

Has citrus
-Has bubbles
-Creamy texture
-Frozen style

Best for

Best for house party, brunch, summer patio.

Glassware

Collins glass

More to know before you make it

A fuller read on the drink.

Flavor read

Expect round sweetness with support from Dark Rum, Orgeat Syrup, Orange Juice.

Best pairing

Works well with brunch dishes, salty snacks, and lighter daytime food.

Serving style

Serve in a collins glass and aim for a medium prep that still feels polished in the glass.

Where it fits

Planter's Punch is associated with the Unforgettables family of modern cocktail classics.

Background

Why this cocktail keeps showing up.

Planter's Punch is usually served as a punch / party drink in a collins glass, and its identity is shaped by Dark Rum, Orgeat Syrup, Orange Juice.

Reference cards

Base spirit

Rum

Category

Punch / Party Drink

IBA category

Unforgettables

Alcohol

Alcoholic

Glass

Collins glass

Method

Shaken

Garnish

Usually finished with Orange Juice.

Updated

March 11, 2026

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