Lemarchant Rum Punch

Name: Lemarchant Rum Punch
Ingredients: 1 oz Aged Demerara Rum; 1 oz Pot Still Lightly Aged Rum; 1 oz Fresh Lemon Juice; 0.5 oz Squashberry Sauce; 2 dash(es) Sweet Gale & Wild Rose Bitters

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By Chris Russell

Submitted on: June 29, 2023

Refreshing

Seasonal

Next up in my series of local rum punches, this one is my partner’s favorite. Named for our little apartment in the heart of the city when we first moved home from Ontario. This is what happens when I use these delicious local berries and seasonings, I’ve basically left tiki behind here—not that I’m upset about that. This tart, sweet and slightly creamy cooler has notes that bring to mind strawberry sundaes topped with nuts, with floral notes from the bitters punching through. Delicious. Reco...

Ingredients

1 oz
Aged Demerara Rum

1 oz
Pot Still Lightly Aged Rum

1 oz
Fresh Lemon Juice

0.5 oz
Squashberry Sauce

2 dash(es)
Sweet Gale & Wild Rose Bitters

Instructions

Garnish

Fresh berries, lemon wedge, mint sprig

Build

Shake & Double Strain

Glass

Estimated strength

About 19% ABV (estimate)

By Chris Russell

Craft Tiki Cocktails

Home bartender based in St. John's, Newfoundland. Like many, I got into this hobby-turned-obsession-turned-side gig during the pandemic, and it's been a journey! I have a passion for tiki classics and modern exotic cocktails, especially when I can infuse them with spirits and quality ingredients from the East Coast of Canada. On Instagram & TikTok @avalonhomebar...

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Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker. Add lots of ice and shake well. Fine strain into a highball glass. Garnish with fresh berries, a lemon wedge, and a mint sprig.

Editor's Note

A regional take on the rum punch, using squashberry sauce for a tart, berry-forward profile. Orgeat adds a creamy, nutty finish that rounds out the citrus.