Olive Garden Italian Rum Punch
Enjoy a refreshing and tropical Olive Garden Italian Rum Punch right at home! This easy-to-make cocktail features light rum, amaretto, passion fruit juice, and grenadine, delivering the perfect balance of fruity sweetness, citrusy tang, and smooth nuttiness. Whether for a party, dinner night, or summer gathering, this copycat recipe brings the signature flavors of Olive Garden’s popular cocktail straight to your glass!
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Jigger or measuring cup
- Strainer
- Highball or rocks glass
- Knife
- Cutting Board
Ingredients
- 1 ½ oz light rum
- ½ oz amaretto liqueur
- 2 oz passion fruit juice
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- ½ oz grenadine syrup
- Ice cubes as needed
- 1 orange slice for garnish
- 1 maraschino cherry for garnish
Instructions
- Step 1: Fill the Shaker
- Add ice cubes to a cocktail shaker to chill the ingredients properly.
Step 2: Mix the Ingredients
- Pour in light rum, amaretto, passion fruit juice, lime juice, and grenadine syrup.
Step 3: Shake Well
- Close the shaker and shake vigorously for about 10-15 seconds until well chilled.
Step 4: Strain and Serve
- Strain the mixture into a glass filled with fresh ice.
Step 5: Garnish and Enjoy
- Add an orange slice and a maraschino cherry for a restaurant-style look. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Adjust Sweetness: If you prefer a sweeter drink, increase the grenadine by ¼ oz. For a tarter taste, add more lime juice.
- Non-Alcoholic Version: Omit the rum and amaretto and substitute with extra passion fruit juice and a few drops of almond extract.
- Best Glassware: Serve in a rocks glass or hurricane glass for an authentic look.
- Make It a Frozen Cocktail: Blend the ingredients with ice instead of shaking for a slushy-style drink.
- Storage Tip: This drink is best made fresh, but you can mix the ingredients (except grenadine) in advance and store in the fridge for up to 24 hours.