Boozy Fruit Salad

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/4 cup dark rum
• 1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
• 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 3 cups fresh fruit (such as strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, pineapple, kiwi, mango, and/or peaches)

Directions

1. In a small saucepan, combine the sugar and water and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
2. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the rum, orange juice, and lemon juice.
3. Pour the syrup over the fruit and gently stir to combine.
4. Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to 8 hours before serving.

Interesting Facts

• This boozy fruit salad is a great way to use up fresh fruit that’s on the verge of going bad.
• The syrup can be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to one week.
• Any type of fruit can be used in this salad, so feel free to get creative and mix and match your favorite fruits.