Spiced Solar Punch

A warming, complex cocktail that celebrates Leo's connection to solar energy through traditional punch ingredients elevated with Caribbean spices. The allspice dram brings warmth while tropical fruits provide the bright, generous energy that Leo embodies.

Ingredients

• 1.5 oz aged rum (preferably Jamaican)

• 0.5 oz allspice dram (St. Elizabeth or Hamilton)

• 1 oz fresh pineapple juice

• 0.75 oz fresh lime juice

• 0.5 oz demerara simple syrup*

• Fresh grated nutmeg

• Pineapple wedge and mint sprig for garnish

Demerara Simple Syrup:

• 1 cup demerara sugar

• 1 cup water

Instructions

1. Prepare demerara syrup: Combine sugar and water in a saucepan, stir until dissolved. Let cool and bottle.

2. In a cocktail shaker, combine rum, allspice dram, pineapple juice, lime juice, and syrup.

3. Add ice and shake vigorously for 12 seconds.

4. Double strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice.

5. Freshly grate nutmeg over the top.

6. Garnish with a pineapple wedge and fresh mint sprig.

Notes

• Use fresh pineapple juice for best results

• Demerara syrup adds rich molasses notes

• Allspice dram is essential - don't substitute

• The nutmeg should be grated fresh for maximum aroma

Pairs well with: Caribbean cuisine, grilled meats, or tropical afternoon gatherings