Cool off with this easy Aguardiente Punch recipe! Combine Aguardiente, fruit juices, grenadine, and fresh fruit slices for a vibrant summer cocktail.
Prep time: 1 minute minute
Mixing time: 1 minute minute
- 2 oz Aguardiente
- 3 oz assorted fruit juices - e.g., orange, pineapple, and passion fruit
- ½ oz grenadine
- Fresh fruit slices - e.g., oranges, lemons, limes
- Ice cubes
Highball Glass
Measuring Jigger
Stirrer or Bar Spoon
Prep Glass: Fill your highball glass with ice cubes.
Add Fruit Juices: Measure and pour 3 oz assorted fruit juices into the glass.
Add Grenadine: Add ½ oz grenadine to the mix.
Add Aguardiente: Pour 2 oz Aguardiente over the ice.
Stir Gently: Use a bar spoon to stir the ingredients gently until well combined.
Garnish: Add fresh fruit slices into the glass for garnish.
Substitutes:
- Aguardiente: If you don't have Aguardiente, I've used rum as a substitute. It gives a different but equally enjoyable flavor.
- Fruit Juices: Feel free to use any combination of fruit juices you like. I sometimes use mango or guava juice for a tropical twist.
- Grenadine: You can make your grenadine by mixing pomegranate juice with sugar if you don't have store-bought grenadine.
Making a Pitcher of Aguardiente Punch:
- Scale: To make a pitcher that serves 8, multiply all the ingredients by 4. That would be 16 oz of Aguardiente, 24 oz of assorted fruit juices, and 4 oz of grenadine.
- Mix: In a large pitcher, combine the Aguardiente, fruit juices, and grenadine. Stir well.
- Serve: Pour the mixture into ice-filled glasses, garnish with fresh fruit slices, and serve immediately.
Making it Non-Alcoholic:
- Aguardiente Substitute: Use a non-alcoholic spirit that mimics the flavor profile of Aguardiente. These are available in specialty stores.
- Proceed As Usual: Use this non-alcoholic substitute instead of Aguardiente, follow the original steps, and enjoy a non-alcoholic version.
Making it Vegan:
- Ensure All Ingredients Are Vegan: Most fruit juices and grenadine are vegan-friendly, but always check labels to be sure.