Fish House Punch

Name: Fish House Punch Recipe (Classic Brandy & Rum)
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 dz Juice of a Lemon; 1 1/2 ltr Mr. Boston Five Star Brandy; 1 ltr Mr. Boston Peach Flavored Brandy; 16 oz Mr. Boston Rum; 32 oz Carbonated Water; 16 oz Strong Tea (optional)

Fish House Punch is a historic brandy and rum-based cocktail that balances spirit-forward warmth with bright citrus and subtle peach notes. It's designed to serve groups and improves with time as flavors meld.

🥗Pescatarian 🏷️Equipment: punch cup

Total

5 min

Servings

4

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$14–$23

Recipe Source

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From Mr. Boston Drinks · by Mr. Boston Official Bartender's Guide 50th Anniversary Edition

Ingredients

1 dz Juice of a Lemon

1 1/2 ltr Mr. Boston Five Star Brandy

1 ltr Mr. Boston Peach Flavored Brandy

16 oz Mr. Boston Rum

32 oz Carbonated Water

16 oz Strong Tea (optional)optional

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Instructions

1
Juice 1 dozen lemons.
2
Add enough powdered sugar to sweeten.
3
Pour over large block of ice in punch bowl and stir well.
4
Then add the remaining ingredients.
5
Stir well and decorate with fruits in season.
6
Serve in punch glasses.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Make the punch base 12–24 hours ahead and refrigerate; the flavors meld and improve significantly overnight.
Add carbonated water only just before serving to preserve carbonation; stir gently to avoid excessive fizz.
Use a block of ice or large ice ring instead of cubes to slow dilution as the punch sits.
Chill all spirits and juices beforehand; skip pre-chilling the punch bowl if you're adding ice.

Substitutions

Cognac or other grape brandy → Mr. Boston Five Star Brandy (use equal parts; Cognac will taste drier and more complex)
Club soda → Carbonated water (1:1 swap; either works for fizz)
Black tea → Strong tea alternative (green tea or oolong adds different tannin profiles; optional component)
Fresh lemon juice → Bottled lemon juice (use 3/4 the amount; fresh is preferred for flavor)

Storage & make-ahead

Store the mixed punch base (without carbonated water) in a sealed pitcher in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Add carbonated water immediately before serving.

Equipment

punch bowl or large pitcher · large ice block or ring mold · bar spoon or large stirring spoon

Common Questions

Can you make Fish House Punch ahead of time?

Yes. Mix all ingredients except carbonated water up to 24 hours ahead. Add carbonated water just before serving to maintain fizz.

Should Fish House Punch be served hot or cold?

Traditionally served cold over ice, though some versions are served at room temperature. Chill the punch bowl or serve over ice cubes.

Can you scale this recipe down for fewer people?

Yes. Divide all quantities by 4 for a single-serving batch, or by 2 for a smaller group. Keep ingredient ratios the same.

Is the tea really necessary?

The optional strong tea adds subtle tannins and depth. Omit it if preferred, but it's traditional in classic recipes.

What brandy should you use for Fish House Punch?

Mr. Boston Five Star Brandy is specified in this recipe. Any smooth, medium-bodied brandy works, but avoid overly dry or premium aged varieties that would be wasted in a punch.