Mississippi Planters Punch

• Lemon(optional)· not in your barJuice of 1/2
• Soda Water· not in your bar

  Or swap: Lemon-Lime Soda — sweeter, citrusy, Tonic Water — adds a bittersweet edge

• Brandy· not in your bar1 oz

  Or swap: Apple Brandy — adds orchard fruit, Cognac — smoother, more refined

• White Rum· not in your bar½ oz

  Or swap: Cachaça — makes it punchier, Gold Rum — richer, slightly oaky

• Bourbon· not in your bar½ oz

  Or swap: Rye Whiskey — spicier, drier, Tennessee Whiskey — close cousin, a bit mellower

• Powdered Sugar· not in your bar1 tblsp

  Or swap: Simple Syrup — dissolves instantly, Sugar — stir well to dissolve

Instructions

1. 1

   Shake all ingredients (except carbonated water) with ice and strain into a collins glass over ice cubes.

2. 2

   Fill with carbonated water.

3. 3

   Stir, and serve.