Ti-Punch is a rum-based cocktail very popular in the French West Indies, especially Guadeloupe and Martinique.
This simple drink is traditionally made with white “rhum agricole” rum, lime and sugarcane syrup.
It is served as an aperitif before beginning a meal, as rum is highly alcoholic, up to 50°.
The tradition is that when you’re invited, everyone prepares their “own death”, where instead of serving the mixed drink, the bartender or host will simply place the ingredients, and everyone will prepare the drink to their own taste.
Some of the “bravest” drink it in the morning and call it “take-off”!
In Guadeloupe, the main distilleries are Bologne, Domaine de Séverin, Damoiseau … read our article on the best rums in Guadeloupe.
In Martinique, the best known are Saint James, Lamauny, Clément, Dillon…
For your information, footballer Mikaël Silvestre, originally from St Barts, has created Rhum R. St Barts, a premium rum brand.
Recipe
Ingredients:
– 5 cl white rum
– 2 cl cane sugar syrup
– 1 quarter lime
Preparation:
- In a glass, crush the lime wedge with a cocktail masher.
- Add the rum and cane sugar syrup, and stir for a few seconds with a spoon before serving.
Advice:
Some people add an ice cube or two, but true ti-punch is enjoyed without.
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