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 Old Mr. Boston Rum

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Planter's Punch No. 2 is a classic tropical rum cocktail balancing fresh lime, lemon, and orange juices with a hint of pineapple and aged rum. The bright citrus and subtle fruit notes make it ideal for warm-weather entertaining.

🏷️Equipment: collins glass

Total

5 min

Servings

4

Recipe Source

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From Mr. Boston Drinks · by Mr. Boston Deluxe Official Bartender's Guide

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Instructions

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

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Squeeze citrus juices fresh just before mixing to preserve volatile oils and maximize brightness.
Chill all components (juice, rum, glassware) before assembly to reduce ice melt and dilution.
Taste the juice blend before adding rum to ensure citrus balance; adjust lemon or lime first, then pineapple.
Pour rum last to maintain separation and control proof; stir gently to preserve aeration from fresh juices.

Substitutions

Old Mr. Boston rum → gold or light rum (slightly drier profile, works if you reduce pineapple juice by 0.25 tsp)
Fresh lime juice → bottled key lime juice (use same volume, though flavor will be less vibrant)
Fresh pineapple juice → pineapple syrup diluted 1:1 with water (adds sweetness; reduce volume by half)
Old Mr. Boston rum → dark aged rum (richer flavor; may require reducing pineapple juice to avoid cloy)

Storage & make-ahead

Mix citrus and pineapple juices in advance and refrigerate up to 4 hours; add rum and ice immediately before serving.

Equipment

citrus juicer or hand reamer · cocktail shaker or mixing glass · jigger or measuring spoon

Common Questions

Can I make Planter's Punch No. 2 in batches ahead?

Yes. Mix all juices and rum in a pitcher, chill for up to 4 hours, then serve over ice. Add ice just before serving to prevent dilution.

What type of rum works best for this cocktail?

Old Mr. Boston rum as specified brings moderate body and sweetness. Gold or light rum are acceptable alternatives; avoid overproof varieties that overpower the citrus balance.

How do I balance the citrus flavors if my lime or lemon is weak?

Taste as you build. Adjust ratios by 0.25 oz increments—stronger citrus may require slightly less pineapple juice to maintain sweetness balance.

Should I use fresh-squeezed juices?

Fresh-squeezed citrus and pineapple juice deliver superior brightness and depth compared to bottled varieties, which is critical for this citrus-forward drink.