Birthday Celebration | Barbados Rum punch

rum

🥗Healthier: light rum

💰Cheaper: vodka

Light rum has fewer calories, while vodka is a budget-friendly alternative.

simple syrup

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: honey

Agave syrup is lower on the glycemic index, and honey is often less expensive.

Cut the lime and lemon in half and juice them.

Pour the lime and lemon juice into a mixing container.

Add 2 ounces of rum to the juice.

Shake in 3 dashes of angostura bitters.

Stir the mixture gently.

Add grenadine syrup for color.

Add simple syrup to taste, depending on desired sweetness.

Pour in seltzer water.

Stir again to combine all ingredients.

Pour the drink into a glass filled with ice.

Garnish with a cherry and a slice of lemon.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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