Caribbean Cranberry Mint Delight
This Caribbean-inspired holiday cocktail combines the flavors of rum, cranberry, and mint to create a festive and refreshing drink. The cranberry-infused simple syrup adds a touch of sweetness, while the mint garnish adds a burst of freshness. Perfect for holiday gatherings or any special occasion.
Caribbean Cranberry Mint Delight
A refreshing Caribbean-inspired rum punch with cranberry-infused simple syrup and a hint of mint.
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup fresh cranberries
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 teaspoons + 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/2 tablespoon fresh mint leaves
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1/4 cup rum
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine cranberries, water, and 2 teaspoons of sugar. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 10 minutes until sugar dissolves. Let it cool for 10 minutes.
- In a measuring cup, muddle fresh mint leaves with 2 tablespoons of sugar until leaves are bruised and sugar is dissolved.
- Strain the cranberry syrup into a pitcher, reserving 2 tablespoons of cranberries for garnish.
- Add lime juice, rum, and mint to the pitcher and stir to mix.
- Strain the mixture through a medium mesh strainer, pressing gently to extract all the juices.
- Pour the cocktail over tall glasses filled with ice cubes and garnish with fresh mint leaves and reserved cranberries.