Plum Punch

Plum Punch, when Rumtopf meets Pinot Noir

Königskind Plum Punch is a wonderfully fruity winter punch made from fully ripened plums, which Uwe König macerates in rum during the summer and refines in the autumn with black tea and a Pinot Noir from the Palatinate region to create a drink with real character. 11% ABV, in a 750 ml bottle, handmade in the Oberberg region and only available in limited quantities.

The Plum Punch from Königskind is a fruity, full-bodied winter punch from the Oberberg region. In the summer, Uwe König macerates fully ripened plums in rum and lets them steep for several weeks. In the autumn, the rum-soaked plums are pureed, mixed with black tea, and refined with a hand-selected spice blend. A Pinot Noir from the Palatinate region provides the right depth and spice. The result: a punch with 11% ABV, free from artificial flavors, colors, preservatives, or flavor enhancers, and produced only in limited quantities.

Fruity, harmoniously sweetened, and with winter spice

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

On the tongue, the punch begins with the full plum flavor and a harmoniously balanced sweetness; then the Pinot Noir enters with its rounded fruit depth, the black tea adds a finely spiced accent, and Uwe König’s secret spices round everything off into a bold, warm composition. Regular customers say: fruity and with a harmonious, not overly intense sweetness – just as a truly good punch should taste.

Hot in a ceramic mug, with a cinnamon stick and star anise

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

A piece of stollen or speculoos biscuits, warm gingerbread, or a plate of mature mountain cheese and figs go well with the Plum Punch. At an advent party, by the fireplace after a walk through the snow, or as a gift for guests in December – everywhere where it is cold outside and you are looking for warmth inside. Those who would prefer to celebrate without alcohol will find the sister product from the same kitchen in the Königskind Non-Alcoholic Apple Punch. A savory-rustic accompaniment is offered by the Balsamic Onion specialty, and you can find further 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 started as a hobby in their home kitchen in 2005, the couple turned into a full-time business in 2014 due to the growing demand for their pestos, chutneys, and liqueurs. To this day, all Königskind products are cooked in the idyllic kitchen "under the goat bush" in Wiehl in the Bergisches Land region – everything by hand, in manageable quantities, with the care that distinguishes a traditional family manufactory.

The Plum Punch is a particularly elaborate seasonal product: the fully ripened plums from the Oberberg region mature in rum for several weeks starting from mid-summer before they are processed into punch in the 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-forward Pinot Noir gives the plums exactly the right depth.

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