Planter's Punch No. 2

Name: Planter's Punch No. 2 Cocktail Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 Juice of a Lime; 1/2 Juice of a Lemon; 1/2 Juice of Orange; 1 tsp Pineapple Juice; 2 oz Mr. Boston Rum

Planter's Punch No. 2 is a tropical rum cocktail that blends fresh citrus juices—lime, lemon, and orange—with pineapple juice and rum for a balanced, refreshing drink. The combination of bright citrus and sweet pineapple defines this classic punch.

🏷️Equipment: collins glass

Total

5 min

Servings

4

Difficulty

Medium

Est. Cost

$13–$21

Recipe Source

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

Ingredients

1 Juice of a Lime
1/2 Juice of a Lemon

1/2 Juice of Orange

1 tsp Pineapple Juice

2 oz Mr. Boston Rum

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Instructions

1
Pour into collins glass, filled well with ice.
2
Stir until glass is frosted.
3
Then add 1 oz.
4
Jamaica rum, stir, and top with 2 dashes Mr.
5
Boston Triple Sec.
6
Decorate with slices of orange, lemon, pineapple, a cherry, and a sprig of mint dipped in powdered sugar.
7
Serve with a straw.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Juice citrus fruits fresh just before mixing to preserve acidity and flavor; bottled juice will mute the drink's brightness.
Chill your glass with ice before pouring to maintain the cocktail's cold temperature longer.
Use a cocktail shaker with ice to combine ingredients quickly and evenly, rather than stirring in the glass.
The 1 tsp pineapple juice is a small but essential measure—it adds sweetness to balance the citrus tartness without overpowering the rum.

Substitutions

Mr. Boston Rum → any light or gold rum (maintains flavor profile)
Fresh lime juice → bottled lime juice (convenience, slight loss of brightness)
Fresh pineapple juice → canned pineapple juice (shelf-stable alternative, consistent sweetness)

Storage & make-ahead

Serve immediately after mixing. Pre-batched punch can be refrigerated for up to 2 hours; add ice just before serving to prevent dilution.

Equipment

cocktail shaker · jigger or measuring spoon · citrus juicer or reamer

Common Questions

Can I make Planter's Punch No. 2 with fresh-squeezed juice?

Yes, fresh juice is ideal. Squeeze the lime and lemon first, then orange, adding approximately 1 oz lime, 0.5 oz lemon, 0.5 oz orange, and 1 tsp pineapple juice.

What type of rum works best for this punch?

Mr. Boston Rum is specified in the recipe, but other light or gold rums work well. Avoid overproof varieties unless you prefer a stronger spirit-forward drink.

Should Planter's Punch No. 2 be served hot or cold?

Serve chilled over ice. There is no indication this is a hot punch, so prepare with ice-cold ingredients or chill before serving.

How do I balance the citrus flavors if one juice is too strong?

Adjust proportions slightly: reduce the dominant juice by a few drops and taste. The recipe's specific ratios are designed for balance, but personal preference varies.