Refresh your day with this easy Ti' Punch recipe, mixing rum, lime, and cane syrup for a perfect, zesty summer sip!
Prep time:
1 minute
Mixing time:
1 minute
Servings:
1
Calories:
150
Ingredients
- 2 oz Rhum Agricole
- ½ oz fresh lime juice
- 1 tsp raw cane sugar or cane syrup
Equipment
- Old Fashioned Glass or Small Tumbler
- Measuring Jigger
- Spoon or Swizzle Stick
Instructions
- Prepare Glass: Place 1 tsp raw cane sugar or cane syrup into your glass.
- Add Lime: Squeeze a lime over the sugar to produce ½ oz fresh lime juice. You can add the squeezed lime shell to the glass.
- Add Rhum: Pour 2 oz Rhum Agricole into the glass.
- Mix: Use the spoon or swizzle stick to mix the rum, the sugar and the lime juice until the sugar is mostly dissolved.
- Optional: Add a small piece or a lime twist for garnish if desired.
Notes
Substitutes:
As an avid cocktail enthusiast, I've experimented with different ingredients. If Rhum Agricole, a French-style rum made from fresh cane juice, isn't available, you might try cachaca for a Brazilian twist or a white rum for a less grassy note. Be mindful that changing the rum alters the drink's character significantly. For the sweet component, honey is a delightful alternative to cane sugar or syrup, adding a floral note.Making a Pitcher of Ti' Punch:
- Scale: For a gathering, increase the quantities. For 8 servings, you'd use 16 oz of Rhum Agricole, 4 oz of lime juice, and 8 tsp of sugar or syrup.
- Mix: Combine all the ingredients in a pitcher. Stir until the sugar dissolves entirely.
- Serve: Distribute the mixture into individual glasses, garnish if desired, and serve immediately for the best experience.
Making it Non-Alcoholic:
For an alcohol-free version, omit the rum and use a non-alcoholic spirit if available. Alternatively, increase the lime juice to 1 oz and add 2 3 oz of chilled water or coconut water to maintain the tropical vibe. You'll keep the sweetness and citrusy Punch, minus the alcohol.Making it Vegan:
The standard Ti' Punch recipe is inherently vegan, using plant-based ingredients: rum, lime, and sugar. However, if you're substituting honey for sugar or syrup, revert to the original cane sugar or a vegan-friendly syrup to ensure it stays vegan. Enjoy your cruelty-free refreshment!What is a Ti’ Punch?
A Ti’ Punch is a Cocktail containing Rhum Agricole, lime, and cane syrup. It’s the signature cocktail of the French Caribbean, particularly Martinique and Guadeloupe, renowned for its straightforward, refreshing nature. The name “Ti’ Punch” is a Creole abbreviation of “petit punch,” meaning “small punch,” reflecting its typical serving size and potent flavor profile.
What is in a Ti’ Punch – The ingredients
To create the Ti’ Punch, collect the following ingredients:
- Rhum Agricole: A French-style rum distilled from fresh sugarcane juice, it’s the drink’s foundation, providing a grassy, robust flavor unique to the Ti’ Punch.
- Lime: Usually a squeeze or a slice, it introduces a zesty tang that perfectly complements the punchy strength of the rum.
- Cane Syrup or Raw Cane Sugar: Adds a touch of sweetness, balancing the lime acidity and the rhum agricole’s potent nature, rounding out the cocktail’s flavor profile.
