• Most popular rum cocktails

    Most popular rum cocktails

    Tropical Delights to Sip On

When it comes to capturing the spirit of tropical islands and sun-soaked beaches, rum is the go-to liquor. Its rich history, which weaves through Caribbean tales and pirate legends, finds a contemporary expression in cocktails that are beloved worldwide. If you’re yearning for that beach vacation vibe or a trip down memory lane, here’s a list of the most popular rum cocktails with easy-to-follow instructions.

how to make Mojito cocktail how to make Mojito cocktail

Mojito

A Cuban classic that’s the epitome of refreshing.

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz White rum
  • 1 oz Fresh lime juice
  • 2 tsp Sugar
  • 6-8 Fresh mint leaves
  • Club soda
  • Lime wedge and mint sprig, for garnish

Instructions:

  1. In a glass, muddle the mint leaves and sugar.
  2. Add the lime juice and rum.
  3. Fill the glass with ice and top with club soda.
  4. Stir gently to mix.
  5. Garnish with a lime wedge and a mint sprig.
How to make Piña Colada cocktail How to make Piña Colada cocktail

Piña Colada

A tropical blend of rum, coconut, and pineapple.

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz White rum
  • 1 oz Coconut cream
  • 3 oz Pineapple juice
  • Pineapple slice and maraschino cherry, for garnish

Instructions:

  1. In a blender, combine rum, coconut cream, and pineapple juice with ice.
  2. Blend until smooth.
  3. Pour into a chilled glass.
  4. Garnish with a slice of pineapple and a maraschino cherry.
how to make Daiquiri cocktail how to make Daiquiri cocktail

Daiquiri

Simple, elegant, and timelessly delightful.

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz White rum
  • 1 oz Fresh lime juice
  • 3/4 oz Simple syrup
  • Lime wheel, for garnish

Instructions:

  1. In a shaker filled with ice, combine rum, lime juice, and simple syrup.
  2. Shake until chilled.
  3. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass.
  4. Garnish with a lime wheel.
How to make Dark 'n' Stormy recipeHow to make Dark 'n' Stormy recipe

Dark ‘n’ Stormy

The dark depths of rum meet the fiery kick of ginger beer.

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz Dark rum
  • 4 oz Ginger beer
  • Lime wedge, for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Fill a highball glass with ice.
  2. Pour in the dark rum.
  3. Top with ginger beer.
  4. Stir gently and garnish with a lime wedge.
How to make Rum Punch cocktail How to make Rum Punch cocktail

Rum Punch

A party in a glass, embodying the spirit of the Caribbean.

Ingredients:

  • 1 oz White rum
  • 1 oz Dark rum
  • 1 oz Lime juice
  • 2 oz Orange juice
  • 1 oz Pineapple juice
  • 1/2 oz Grenadine
  • Orange slice and maraschino cherry, for garnish

Instructions:

  1. In a shaker with ice, combine both rums, lime juice, orange juice, pineapple juice, and grenadine.
  2. Shake well.
  3. Strain into a large glass filled with ice.
  4. Garnish with an orange slice and maraschino cherry.
how to make Mai Tai cocktail how to make Mai Tai cocktail

Mai Tai

An iconic Tiki cocktail that showcases the richness of rum.

Ingredients:

  • 1 oz Light rum
  • 1 oz Dark rum
  • 1 oz Lime juice
  • 1/2 oz Orange Curaçao
  • 1/2 oz Orgeat syrup
  • Lime twist and mint sprig, for garnish

Instructions:

  1. In a shaker filled with ice, combine light rum, lime juice, Orange Curaçao, and Orgeat syrup.
  2. Shake well.
  3. Strain into an ice-filled glass.
  4. Float the dark rum on top by pouring it over the back of a spoon.
  5. Garnish with a lime twist and a mint sprig.
how to make Caipirissima cocktail how to make Caipirissima cocktail

Caipirissima

A rum twist on the classic Brazilian Caipirinha.

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz White rum
  • 1 Lime, cut into 8 wedges
  • 2 tsp Sugar

Instructions:

  1. In a glass, muddle the lime wedges with sugar.
  2. Fill the glass with ice and add rum.
  3. Stir well to combine.
how to make Cuban Libre cocktail how to make Cuban Libre cocktail

Cuban Libre

An age-old favorite combining the flavors of rum and cola.

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz White rum
  • 4 oz Cola
  • Lime wedge, for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Fill a highball glass with ice.
  2. Add rum.
  3. Top with cola.
  4. Stir gently and garnish with a lime wedge.
how to make Zombie cocktailhow to make Zombie cocktail

Zombie

A multi-rum cocktail that’s as potent as its name suggests.

Ingredients:

  • 1 oz Light rum
  • 1 oz Dark rum
  • 1 oz Apricot brandy
  • 2 oz Lime juice
  • 1 oz Pineapple juice
  • 1 oz Papaya juice
  • 1/2 oz 151-proof rum
  • Pineapple slice and maraschino cherry, for garnish

Instructions:

  1. In a shaker filled with ice, combine light rum, dark rum, apricot brandy, lime juice, pineapple juice, and papaya juice.
  2. Shake well.
  3. Strain into an ice-filled glass.
  4. Float the 151-proof rum on top.
  5. Garnish with a pineapple slice and maraschino cherry.
how to make Hemingway Special cocktail how to make Hemingway Special cocktail

Hemingway Special

A daiquiri variation loved by the legendary writer, Ernest Hemingway.

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz White rum
  • 3/4 oz Fresh grapefruit juice
  • 1/2 oz Fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 oz Maraschino liqueur

Instructions:

  1. In a shaker filled with ice, combine all ingredients.
  2. Shake well.
  3. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass.

Rum, with its varied nuances and flavors, truly offers a world of mixological wonders. These additional cocktails, from the tiki vibes of the Mai Tai to the literary touch of the Hemingway Special, promise a delightful rum experience. Whichever you choose, transport yourself to a sun-kissed beach with every sip. And, always drink with delight and responsibility.