Halloween is around the corner, and my kids are so much excited to dress up and go for trick-o-treat. I am planning to make Boo-biscotti for them. It is another Friday so for us adults I made this Mr. Hitchcock’s Rum punch.
My daughter wants to be Bella, where as son want to be Kylo Ren. He is a Star Wars fan. Both of them got their costumes already and their accessories too. I need to get some candies for them as well as for trick-o treater’s.
I got this recipe from a magazine while waiting in my dentist’s office. Yes, doctor’s office wait are most notorious ones with my two kids running around and my hubby who like to look at his favorite National geographic magazine, I want to be strict mom telling them to not run around. But 75% of the time my order goes in vain. As doctor starts calling one by one of our family I got some time to flip the magazine and found this recipe. As usual I adjusted the ingredients based on my pantry, and made changes to get this delicious drink.
For me Hitchcock’s movies are best horror movies, which keep you on the hook. My hubby is a fan of horror movies, he watches mainly this genre compared to any other ones. I thought if Mr. Hitchcock’s movies are good then the rum punch in his name can’t be bad. I decide to try my hand on it. I also tried to make it a fruit based alcoholic drink. If you follow this blog you will know I am fruity booze fan.
This is a simple drink made with orange juice, pineapple juice, white rum, almond liqueur and orange liqueur. I made it with fresh juices I had in my hand, or you can use store bought juices. Even with fresh juice I found it sweet. If you are hosting Halloween party try to make this; your guests will enjoy this drink with spookiness in its name but sweetness in its taste.
Mr. Hitchcock’s Rum punch
Ingredients
- ¼ cup pineapple juice chilled I used fresh juice
- ¼ cup orange juice chilled I used fresh juice
- 1 ½ ounces of Plantation rum
- 1 ounce almond liqueur
- 1 ounce Triple sec/ orange liqueur
- Splash orange bitters
- Splash of grenadine
- Garnish: orange peel
Instructions
- Fill a cocktail shaker with rum, liqueurs’, pineapple juice, orange, juice, bitters. Shake vigorously and strain it into a chilled glass with ice and add splash of grenadine and garnish with orange peel.
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This is Swathi ( Dr. Ambujom Saraswathy Ph.D) from Zesty South Indian Kitchen who loves to explore cuisines from all over the world. Whenever possible I try to to give an Indian touch to several of the world cuisine, and has weakness for freshly baked bread. All the recipes you see here are created by me and approved after taste-test by my family.
Tina says
Haha, who knew going to the dentist would end up being so inspirational for the blog! Happy halloween to you and your kids!
Marisa Franca @ All Our Way says
Okay, let's get down to brass tacks. I've gotten some of my best inspirations out of Doctor's magazines. They have a plethora of ideas. And I'm with you, Hitchcock was a master and his movies are classics I never get tired of. And if I weren't drinking a glass of wine right now I'd make me this drink. Instead, I'm saving it for next time. 🙂
Sandhya Ramakrishnan says
Love the name of the drink. So perfect for Halloween parties. I am also one of those persons who is finding recipes when waiting in doctor's office.
Catherine says
What a fun Halloween drink! This sounds great and I love the name.
Veena Azmanov says
Lol I'm a chicken when it comes to horror movies - my kids are better. I totally freak out..! I love this drink. The combination sounds so delicious and the name is definitely spooky. LOVE It!
Debi at Life Currents says
Halloween is my favorite holiday. And this punch looks like a great way to celebrate! Cheers to that!
Gloria @ Homemade & Yummy says
Isn't it funny where you find some recipes. Sitting in waiting rooms and be so boring....at least you had time to find this fun drink. Perfect for Halloween parties....adults need to have fun too.
Andrea says
This looks and sounds delicious! Love the fruit and rum combo!
Calleigh says
Can't wait to try this punch later as I have all the ingredients in my pantry. Gotta love this punch.. Yes!!
Joanna @ Everyday Made Fresh says
I always find some really great recipes in the magazines at the dr's offices! This one sounds like a great cocktail. Perfect for Halloween. My daughter is a Star Wars fan as well, and she is going as Rey!
Noel Lizotte says
I love the photos you have! I'm totally not a horror film fan. I don't like scary movies, but Hitchcock is one I can deal with. This looks like just the drink I need to get me through Halloween.
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says
I'm a fan of thrillers versus gory horror films as well, and this Mr Hitchcocks Rum Punch looks like a yummy drink to enjoy while you're watching a movie on the edge of your seat!
Adriana Lopez Martin says
Lovely spooky libation! Love the idea of pineapple and orange combined with a nice rum. Cheers amiga I wish I was attending the party =)