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May 20, 2016

Rum Cocktails: Tropical Storm Punch

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Rum Cocktails, like this Tropical Storm Punch are perfect for summertime!

This post is intended for readers ages 21+. This Tropical Storm Punch is a delicious rum cocktail made with passion fruit rum, blue curacao, pineapple juice, simple syrup, and my secret ingredient!

Two green and blue rum cocktails with umbrella straws sit next to seashells in the forefront. A stormy ocean scene is in the background.

When it comes to having an ‘adult beverage,’ I pick a cocktail over wine most of the time.  As  I mentioned, I’m a big fan of rum cocktails, and particularly love the taste of blue curacao.  That is why I adore this Tropical Storm Punch recipe.  This drink is so sweet and delicious, you will forget there’s alcohol, so be careful! Please drink responsibly.

When Mr. Juggling Act and I went to Hawaii for my sister’s wedding, I had the best tropical drinks I had ever tasted.  They were so perfect!  I suppose the fact that rum is made right there on the island might have had something to do with it. 

We went to a rum tasting at Koloa Rum Company. We learned all about the process of making rum  it is hard to imagine that the ingredients are just water, sugar, molasses and yeast.  We sampled different kinds of rum and picked up a few souvenirs, too.

Staying on the island of Kauai was so amazing.  The land and the ocean is like something from a fairy tale.  If you have never been to Hawaii, you have to experience it first hand because seeing it on TV and in pictures just doesn’t do it justice.  It’s breathtakingly gorgeous! My only wish is that we had been able to stay longer. 

Luckily, if I close my eyes and sip this drink, it’s good enough to send me back to Hawaii. Oh I do love a good daydream!  Warm tropical breezes, and the sound of the ocean waves hitting the sand are just within reach, in my minds eye.

Two green and blue rum cocktails with umbrella straws sit next to seashells as a wave comes in around the bottom of the glasses. A stormy ocean scene is in the background.

Ok, so back to how to make this Tropical Storm Punch Cocktail… it is super easy.  If there’s one ingredient that really takes it over the top, it’s the Pina Colada Cocktail Rimming Sugar that I use.  It’s got that tropical taste that makes this rum cocktail extra special. 

This is the secret ingredient I promised! You can pick up the passion fruit rum and blue curacao at your local liquor store.  Passion fruit itself is very fruity and tart, so it’s a really adds a lot to this concoction.  While I wouldn’t drink Passion Fruit Rum by itself (very sweet!) it’s perfect in this mixed drink.  If you don’t have the Passion fruit rum on hand, you can use other tropical flavored rums such as pineapple or coconut. 

Otherwise just substitute white rum instead.  Because of the layering, these are such a beautiful cocktails.  They would be perfect for a luau-themed cookout this summer!

Here’s what you’ll need to make the Rum Cocktails:

  • Blue Curaco
  • Passion Fruit Rum (or white rum)
  • Pineapple Juice
  • Ice
  • Pina Colada Cocktail Rimming Sugar
  • Simple Syrup or limes

Items You May Also Need:

  • Blender
  • Fun Cocktail Glasses
  • Cocktail Shaker

I use this Hamilton Beach Blender model in my home.  This blender also works great for blended drinks, and even has a setting to crush ice.  Possibly my favorite feature though is that it is dishwasher safe.  (I hate to do dishes!)  For a list of some of my favorite items to use when cooking, and why I chose them, please visit my Kitchen Resource page.

Two green and blue rum cocktails with umbrella straws sit next to seashells in the forefront. A stormy ocean scene is in the background.

How to Make Simple Syrup

If you have never made simple syrup before, don’t worry, it’s really quite simple.

  1. In a saucepan over medium heat, add equal parts sugar and water.
  2. Heat the ingredients until the sugar dissolves.
  3. When the mixture looks clear and starts to simmer, remove from the heat.
  4. Chill before using in a mixed drink.
  5. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.

You can also flavor your simple syrups.  The zest from an orange would be a nice addition to this cocktail.  Simple add the zest right after the syrup comes off the stove and let it steep.  Once the syrup has cooled, strain the zest out.  Store flavored syrups in the refrigerator for 1-2 weeks.  Mason jars work well for storing simple syrups.

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Tropical Storm Punch Cocktails

These tropical storm punch cocktails are both beautiful and delicious!
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 2
Author: Ang Paris

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Ingredients

  • 4 oz Blue Curacao
  • 2 oz Passion Fruit Rum
  • 8 oz Pineapple Juice
  • Ice
  • Pina Colada Cocktail Rimming Sugar
  • Simple Syrup

Instructions

  • Using two small plates pour the sugar on one and simple syrup on the other
  • Take two 8-ounce glasses and dip the rims in the simple syrup and then into the rimming sugar.
  • Fill your glasses with ice about 3/4 of the way full.
  • Add the passion fruit rum and pineapple juice together in a cocktail shaker. Shake well to combine
  • Pour the pineapple mix into the glasses, and top off each with a shot of Blue Curacao. Serve immediately.

Notes

If you prefer, you can substitute the simple sugar. Use limes to wet the rim of the glasses instead.
Please Note: I am not a registered dietician. Any nutritional data I provide is an approximation and actual dietary information can vary based on ingredients and portion sizes.
Enjoy a taste of the tropics with this Tropical Storm Punch Cocktail. It's a delicious cocktail made with passion fruit rum, blue curacao, pineapple juice, and my secret ingredient!
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  1. Pam says

    May 28, 2016 at 1:03 am

    Wish there was a non-alcoholic version, beautiful colors.

    Reply
    • Ang Paris says

      May 31, 2016 at 9:45 am

      Hmm, maybe I’ll have to work on that. Thanks for stopping by Pam!

      Reply
  2. Brenda says

    June 1, 2016 at 7:17 am

    Oooh I lve blue curacao, thanks for this cocktail recipe!

    Reply
  3. [email protected] says

    January 25, 2017 at 8:22 am

    Hi Ang Paris,

    I want this NOW! Looks awesome and the colors…beautiful pics and you’re making me very thirsty! Can you share some more cocktail recipes?

    Reply
    • Ang Paris says

      January 25, 2017 at 11:37 am

      Thanks for your sweet comment! I have a few other cocktails, but will be adding more soon 🙂

      Reply
    • Pamela davis says

      October 24, 2019 at 7:29 am

      5 stars
      My friend at the beach here is in love with this drink, I am making them for him tonite..they are great

      Reply
      • Ang Paris says

        October 27, 2019 at 1:08 pm

        Thanks so m uch for your note – Enjoy!!! 🙂

        Reply
  4. Chef Mireille says

    March 28, 2018 at 7:14 pm

    OMG this is my kind of punch – OK I might be biased but Blue Curacao is also one of my faves but my family also happens to be from Curacao 🙂

    Reply
    • Ang Paris says

      April 2, 2018 at 9:47 am

      I recently discovered Orange Cuaraco and am loving that, too! Thanks for stopping by! 🙂

      Reply
  5. Jennifer Fritz says

    July 28, 2020 at 9:31 am

    Is it ok to make this in large quantity to serve at a backyard event? It will be sitting around for about 5 hours.

    Reply
    • Ang Paris says

      August 10, 2020 at 12:58 pm

      Yes! I think you’ll want to have ice on the side so it doesn’t water down the drink of course. 🙂
      ENJOY!

      Reply
  6. Raleigh says

    August 7, 2020 at 8:56 am

    5 stars
    This is the best cocktail EVER!

    Reply
  7. Karen Howard says

    August 22, 2020 at 7:01 am

    Sounds delicious! Blue Hawaians & Blue Raspberry Mermaid Drinks would go well too, as would any Sunset or Beachy Drink, ie. Sex on The Beach, & Mango Passionfruit Punch w/ w/ out Liqueur, etc. And Don’t Forget About A Pig Roast & Spam ! Hawaiians are Big on those ! And A Big Ol Tropical Friuit Salad & A Coconut Dessert like Coconut Cream Pie.😋

    Reply
  8. Niklas says

    September 6, 2020 at 10:01 am

    5 stars
    My wife and I love this recipe so much!!

    Reply
    • Ang Paris says

      October 26, 2020 at 10:41 am

      I am so glad you enjoy this cocktail! It is one of our most popular recipes 🙂

      Reply
  9. Dorothy Lambert says

    February 12, 2021 at 12:52 am

    5 stars
    YUM!!!!!! This is SO good!

    Reply

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