Plum Punch

Plum Punch, where Rumtopf meets Pinot Noir

Königskind Plum Punch is a wonderfully fruity winter punch made from ripe plums that Uwe König soaks in rum in summer and refines in autumn with black tea and a Pinot Noir from the Palatinate to create a characterful drink. 11% ABV, in a 750 ml bottle, handmade in Oberberg and available only in limited quantities.

The Plum Punch from Königskind is a fruity, full-bodied winter punch from the Oberberg region. As early as summer, Uwe König soaks fully ripe plums in rum and lets them infuse for several weeks. In autumn, the rumtopf plums are pureed, infused with black tea, and refined with a hand-picked spice composition. A Pinot Noir from the Palatinate provides the right depth and spice. The result: a punch with 11% ABV, without artificial flavors, colorants, preservatives or flavor enhancers, and produced only in limited quantities.

Fruity, harmoniously sweetened, and with wintery spice

Once warmed, the full aroma of ripe plums rises – deep, warm, and inviting, accompanied by traces of rum from the rumtopf and a subtle tea note in the background. The color is a deep, luminous ruby red with dark reflections, coming from both the Pinot Noir and the plums. In the glass, the punch appears clear and velvety, without a cloudy impression, but with noticeable fruit fullness.

On the tongue, the punch begins with the full plum aroma and a harmoniously balanced sweetness, then the Pinot Noir arrives with its round fruit depth, the black tea adds a finely spicy accent, and Uwe König's secret spices round off the whole into a characterful, warm composition. Regular customers say: fruity and with a harmonious, not too strong sweetness – just as a really good punch should taste.

We enjoy it warm, in a ceramic mug and with a cinnamon stick

The Plum Punch is the perfect companion for cold evenings. Simply warm it slowly in a pot over medium heat – never boil it, so that the alcohol and delicate aromas are preserved – and then pour it into a thick-walled mug. Add a cinnamon stick, a star anise on the rim, and if you fancy fruit, a slice of orange – and your winter evening is complete. 750 ml is enough for about 6 to 7 mugs.

We prefer to recommend the Plum Punch with a slice of Stollen or speculoos, warm gingerbread, or a plate of aged mountain cheese and figs. At an Advent party, by the fireplace after a walk through the snow, or as a gift to guests in December – anywhere it's cold outside and warmth is sought indoors. For those who prefer to celebrate without alcohol, the Königskind Apple Punch alcohol-free is the sister product from the same kitchen. The Balsamic Onions specialty offers a hearty and rustic accompaniment, and you can find more winter delights in our Königskind collection.

Königskind Winter Secret from the Oberberg Region

The Königskind gourmet manufactory is the family-run passion project of Uwe König and his wife Sabine. What began in 2005 as a hobby in their home kitchen expanded into a full-time business in 2014 due to growing demand for their pestos, chutneys, and liqueurs. To this day, all Königskind products are cooked by hand in manageable quantities in the idyllic kitchen under the "Ziegenbusch" (goat bush) in Wiehl in the Bergisches Land – all with the care that characterizes a traditional family manufactory.

The Plum Punch is a particularly elaborate seasonal product: the fully ripe plums from the Oberberg region ripen in rum for several weeks starting in mid-summer before being processed into punch in autumn. The Pinot Noir from the Palatinate is the only ingredient that comes from outside – a conscious decision for Uwe König, because the fine, fruit-driven Pinot Noir gives the plums exactly the right depth.

This also explains the limited quantity: once people have tried the Plum Punch, they often order it again every year. The same kitchen also produces the non-alcoholic Apple Punch, pestos, chutneys, fruit spreads, and the legendary black walnuts.