Spiced Hibiscus Rum Punch
Tropical meets holiday elegance in this juicy, ruby-red punch with a touch of spice.
Because every drink deserves a beautiful moment.
Spiced Hibiscus Syrup
Ingredients
2 cups water
1 cup dried hibiscus flowers
2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
2 cinnamon sticks
2 orange peels
1 cup sugar (or equal to the amount of brewed tea)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine water, hibiscus flowers, ginger, cinnamon sticks, and orange peels.
Bring to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook for 3–4 minutes.
Remove from heat and let steep for 15 minutes.
Strain through a fine mesh sieve, pressing gently to extract the liquid (you should have about 1 cup).
Return the liquid to the saucepan and add sugar, stirring over low heat until fully dissolved.
Cool to room temperature, then transfer to a jar or bottle and refrigerate for up to 3 weeks.
Spiced Hibiscus Rum Punch
Ingredients
2 oz white rum
¾ oz spiced hibiscus syrup
½ oz lime juice
2 oz pineapple juice
Dash of bitters (optional)
Instructions
Add rum, hibiscus syrup, lime juice, and pineapple juice to a shaker with ice.
Shake until chilled and strain into a glass with fresh ice.
Garnish with lime wheel and hibiscus petal.
Notes from the Bar
Flavor Profile
Bright, floral, and spiced. This rum punch brings a tropical warmth with a holiday twist.
Batch Friendly
For batching, combine 12 oz rum, 4½ oz hibiscus syrup, 3 oz lime juice, and 12 oz pineapple juice in a pitcher; chill and serve over ice.
Garnish Game
Top each glass with crushed ice and finish with a lime wheel, pineapple leaves, and a few hibiscus petals for a festive, show-stopping look.
Serving Tip
Keep the batch chilled and pour over fresh ice when serving. Optional: top with a splash of sparkling water for extra lift.
Holiday Ready
The jewel-toned hue and aromatic spice make this cocktail perfect for Christmas parties or New Year’s celebrations.
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Make It a Date Nite
This cocktail is part of something bigger for us. It's a ritual we return to week after week.
Each week, we create a Date Nite designed around one drink, one thoughtful menu, and the feeling of slowing down together. The kind of night where the table is set with intention, the music hums softly in the background, and the evening unfolds without rushing.
For this Date Nite, we’ve paired a cocktail with a cozy, make-ahead-friendly menu, so you can enjoy the process without spending the whole night in the kitchen. We also include little touches we love like timing notes, a head start option, and a playlist to set the mood. Feel to pair the meal with any of our cocktails.
It’s not about perfection. It’s about presence. And turning an ordinary night at home into something that feels quietly special.
Each Date Nite includes a curated menu, cocktail pairing and a playlist, as well as another thoughtful extras like make-ahead tips, leftover ideas or table talk prompts to carry the night.
Kevin & Kate
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