Don’s Own Planter’s

Created by: Donn Beach
Category: Tropical Cocktails

The Planter’s Punch is a classic tiki cocktail, and it’s been around so long that there’s as many variations on it as there are mixologists, it seems. Our favorite is Gaz Regan’s citrus-heavy recipe, but this stripped-down interpretation from Don the Beachcomber comes in a close second.

The original recipe, as printed in Beachbum Berry’s Grog Log calls for a dark Jamaican rum and a light Puerto Rican rum. The rums you choose are a matter of personal taste; Don’s Own Planter’s is such a well-crafted recipe that it’ll bring out the best in any rum you already enjoy.

Beachbum Berry’s Grog Log by Jeff “Beachbum” Berry

1½ parts Jamaican rum or Dark rum or Black rum or Demerara rum
1 part Light rum or Aged rum
1 part Lemon juice
1 part Honey syrup
2 dashes Aromatic bitters or Creole bitters or Tiki bitters
1 part Sparkling water

Shake everything (except the sparkling water) with ice, and strain into a tall ice-filled glass. Top with sparkling water and garnish with mint, pineapple, and cherry.

Beachbum Berry’s Grog Log by Jeff “Beachbum” Berry

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