Constitution Cooler Cocktail Recipe
This one's a refreshing mix of rum, citrus, and mint—a classic combo for a summer drink. The Constitution Cooler is easy to whip up and pretty much guaranteed to impress your friends.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Jigger or measuring cup
- Muddler
- Strainer
- Highball glass
- Ice cube tray
- Citrus juicer
- Bar spoon
- Cutting Board
- Sharp knife
Ingredients
Here's what you need for one Constitution Cooler:
- 2 oz white rum
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- ¾ oz simple syrup
- 8-10 fresh mint leaves
- 2 oz club soda
- 1 lime wedge for garnish
- Ice cubes
For the simple syrup:
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- Make the simple syrup ahead of time if you don't already have some.
- Drop the mint leaves into your cocktail shaker and gently muddle them to get those oils and flavors going.
- Add the white rum, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup to the shaker.
- Fill the shaker with ice and shake it hard for about 15-20 seconds, just until it's nice and cold.
- Strain everything into a highball glass loaded with fresh ice.
- Top it off with club soda and give it a gentle stir with your bar spoon.
- Garnish with a lime wedge and a sprig of mint if you're feeling fancy.
- The finished cocktail should have a light green color and that unmistakable mint-lime aroma.
Notes
This drink shines with a good white rum, but if you want a deeper flavor, try an aged rum.
Not a fan of super sweet drinks? You can cut the simple syrup down to ½ oz, or maybe swap in agave nectar if that's more your thing.
If you're making these for a crowd, just multiply the ingredients for however many servings you need and mix it up in a pitcher. Add the club soda right before serving so it stays fizzy.
For a non-alcoholic version, skip the rum and use extra club soda or a zero-proof rum substitute.
Honestly, this drink's best when it's fresh. The mint can start to go a little funky if it sits too long.