Yes, it’s true we even give Rum its own day. National Rum Day is on August 16, and those who want to celebrate can start with my favorite a Mojito. But we can’t leave out the daiquiris, or a piña coladas lovers.
For all you rum drinkers the exciting rum-centric cocktail options that go far beyond the typical Mojito.
Where do we start
- For those who enjoy a kick and are looking to catch the last wave of summer, try the Spicy Mango Daiquiri, a perfect blend of tropical fruits, rum, and fiery bitters.
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The Manhattan 2 oz dark rum, ¾ oz Rosso vermouth, Angostura Bitters, Maraschino cherry garnish, Method: Stir all ingredients in a cocktail shaker and pour over ice in a coupe glass.
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summer drinking season upon us, excited to share that Cutwater Spirits has just released a Rum Mint Mojito, the 19th addition to their innovative line of ready-to-enjoy canned cocktails, made with real, award-winning spirits distilled in San Diego (see full portfolio HERE).Inspired by the classic recipe, Cutwater’s Rum Mint Mojito mixes convenience with quality, combining award-winning Cutwater White Rum, pure cane sugar, freshly muddled mint and zesty lime with house-made soda water.The result is a refreshing, balanced, and vibrantly flavorful cocktail — perfect for hands-free hosting or sipping solo, no ingredient shopping or messy muddling required!
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BACARDÍ Rum Banana Daiquiri
The smooth, subtle notes of almond and vanilla of BACARDI Superior pair exquisitely with the quintessential Caribbean flavor of ripe banana for a tropical daiquiri riff.
Ingredients:
- 1.5 parts BACARDÍ Superior Rum
- 0.25 part Banana
- 0.25 part Vanilla
- 0.75 part Lime
- Garnish: Dehydrated Lime Wheel
Method: Shaken and served in a coupe glass.
Link to purchase: https://www.cocktailcourier.com/cocktail/bacardi-rum-banana-daiquiri/
Head over to the Ocean Key Resort & Spa for a Hemingway Daiquiri
- Ingredients:
- 2 oz. Bacardi Superior Rum
- 1 oz. Grapefruit Juice
- 1 oz. Lime Juice
- 0.5 oz. Cane Syrup
- 0.5 oz Maraschino Liqueur
- Recipe:
- Strain over crushed ice in an old-fashioned double glass, and garnish with a grapefruit slice.