Isla Bonita Punch (Sparkling Pineapple-Rum Punch) Recipe

Name: Isla Bonita Punch (Sparkling Pineapple-Rum Punch) Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 12
Ingredients: For the Vanilla Simple Syrup:; 2/3 cup (160ml) water; 2/3 cup (130g) sugar; 2 vanilla bean pods, split, seeds scraped; For the Punch:; 80 fresh mint leaves (from 2 to 3 large bunches); 3/4 cup Vanilla Simple Syrup (6 ounces; 180ml); 9 ounces (270ml) freshly squeezed pineapple juice (from about 2 medium ripe pineapples); 3/4 cup freshly squeezed juice (6 ounces; 180ml) from about 6 limes; 2 1/4 cups white rum (18 ounces; 540ml), such as Don Q Cristal; 1 1/2 cups chilled dry sparkling wine (12 ounces; 360ml); Lime wheels, mint leaves, and large ice block or large ice cubes, for garnish

Prep 5m

Cook 5m

Total 10m

This Isla Bonita Punch is a refreshing and bubbly pineapple-rum cocktail for your next gathering. Vanilla simple syrup adds a hint of sweetness, while fresh mint and lime juice balance the flavors. Topped off with dry sparkling wine, this punch is perfect for celebrating with friends and family.