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3 RUM PUNCH DRINKS TO CELEBRATE TODAY

(Feat. Cruzan's Aged Rum)

Why is National Punch Day such a glorious day? ALL OF THE REASONS. As we know, drinking is a social act–it's about the experience, company, warmth and connections. And one of the best ways to gather is with large serving beverages. This day is the perfect excuse for friend and family get-together, a game night, movie night, trivia night, poker night, or just flat out hang out night. Grab the people you love, make a punch for everyone and simply enjoy.

MACA-MANGO MADNESS PUNCH

Let's talk about an excellent mix of Summer and Fall, shall we? Here's a way to keep it tropical but still have some of those delightful toasty notes. This mango and macadamia nut combo is one for the books. With a sweet nutty finish and a splash of tangy deliciousness–you'll have a cheerful group for sure.

Let's concoct: (Serving Size 6-8)

• 7.5 oz Cruzan Aged Rum
• 5 oz Macadamia Nut Liqueur
• 8 oz Mango Fresh Blends Juice
• 3 oz Lime

*Juice/muddle lime (or use lime juice). Add all ingredients into a mixing glass and shake vigorously with ice. Strain over fresh cubed or cracked ice into a rocks glass. Garnish with mango on a skewer, if that tickles your fancy.

SUNSET PUNCH

This is pure bliss in a glass, that's what this is. This punch is a mouthful of pomegranate and strawberry sweetness that'll have you swaying your evening away. With it's rich sunset color, you can't help but unwind with this fruity and bubbly punch. This cocktail is of comfort and escapism that'll have your whole crew cheers-ing.

Let's concoct: (Serving Size 6-8)

• 7.5 oz Cruzan Aged Rum
• 6 oz Pomegranate Juice
• 8 Large Strawberries
• Club Soda

*Add all ingredients into a mixing glass and shake vigorously with ice. Double-strain over into a coupe glass. Top with club soda. Garnish with a strawberry slice and add in some strawberry bits, if you'd like.

HEART AND RUM PUNCH

As we all know, rum goes great with pineapple...it's like the love story that always has a happy ending. Here's a simple rum pineapple punch that has a little spin to it. With adding some Velvet Falernum to the mix, this cocktail gets a wonderful spice of clove, lime, and some hints of ginger and almond. A light and refreshing drink that leaves you smiling.

Let's concoct: (Serving Size 8-10)

• 8 oz Rum
• 7 oz Pineapple Juice
• 4 oz Velvet Falernum
• Club Soda

*Add all ingredients into a mixing glass and shake vigorously with ice. Strain over fresh cubed or cracked ice into a rocks glass. Top with club soda. Garnish with a pineapple wedge or a chunk on a skewer, if you're feeling crazy.