Punch Romaine
Based on legendary chef Escoffier’s boozy palate cleanser, this citrusy rum- and Champagne-based cocktail couldn’t be more refreshing.

By Kellie Evans


Updated on July 20, 2024

Punch Romaine, a rum-spiked shaved-ice palate cleanser served to first-class passengers during the fateful last dinner aboard the Titanic on April 14, 1912, was based on a recipe from famed French chef Georges Auguste Escoffier, who championed alcoholic shaved ices during the early 20th century. The original recipe, essentially a granita, is updated here as a drinkable, citrusy cocktail poured over an iceberg of crushed ice.

Follow our easy instructions to make your own simple syrup. Use a channel knife to create thin strips of orange peel for the garnish.

  • Serves

    Makes 1 cocktail

  • Prep

    5 minutes

<p>Photo: Matt Taylor-Gross • Food Styling: Jessie YuChen</p> Photo: Matt Taylor-Gross • Food Styling: Jessie YuChen

Ingredients

By Kellie Evans


Updated on July 20, 2024

Punch Romaine, a rum-spiked shaved-ice palate cleanser served to first-class passengers during the fateful last dinner aboard the Titanic on April 14, 1912, was based on a recipe from famed French chef Georges Auguste Escoffier, who championed alcoholic shaved ices during the early 20th century. The original recipe, essentially a granita, is updated here as a drinkable, citrusy cocktail poured over an iceberg of crushed ice.

Follow our easy instructions to make your own simple syrup. Use a channel knife to create thin strips of orange peel for the garnish.

Ingredients