Caribbean
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Rum Runner
A fruity and vibrant tiki cocktail that combines light and dark rums with banana and blackberry liqueurs, orange juice, and grenadine for a smooth tropical escape.
Rum Runner
Rum
Tiki
Tropical
Fruity
Cocktail
4.7 / 5
8 min
Prep Time
Servings
$7.50
Ingredients
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Step-by-Step Instructions
1
Combine ingredients
In a cocktail shaker, add 1 ounce light rum, 1 ounce dark rum, 1/2 ounce banana liqueur, 1/2 ounce blackberry liqueur, 1 ounce orange juice, 1 ounce pineapple juice, and 1/4 ounce grenadine syrup with 1 cup of crushed ice.
💡 Tips:
- •Use freshly squeezed orange juice for brighter flavor.
Estimated time: 2 min
2
Shake well
Shake vigorously for about 15–20 seconds until the mixture is well chilled and slightly frothy.
💡 Tips:
- •If you prefer a smoother texture, blend instead of shaking.
Estimated time: 1 min
3
Strain and serve
Strain into a hurricane glass or tall tiki mug filled with fresh crushed ice.
💡 Tips:
- •For extra flair, serve in a chilled tiki mug or carved pineapple shell.
Estimated time: 2 min
4
Garnish
Garnish with an orange slice and a cherry on top.
💡 Tips:
- •Add a cocktail umbrella or pineapple leaf for tropical presentation.
Estimated time: 1 min
Flavor Profile
Fruity
Sweet
Tropical
Smooth
Alcohol Content
18-22% ABV (approx.)
Enjoy responsibly!
Fun Fact
The Rum Runner was created in the 1950s at the Holiday Isle Tiki Bar in Islamorada, Florida, when a bartender needed to use up excess rum and liqueurs before a new shipment arrived.
Bartender's Tips
- 💡Try blending the ingredients for a frozen Rum Runner version.
- 💡Add a splash of lime juice for extra brightness.
- 💡For a stronger tiki punch, float a little overproof rum on top before serving.
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