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Tropical Rum Cooler Cocktail Recipe

Tropical Rum Cooler Cocktail Recipe
This easy drink mixes rum with tropical juices for a simple, refreshing result. It uses ingredients that are popular and easy to find.
John
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Serving Size 1

Equipment

  • For this drink, I use a cocktail shaker to mix everything well.
  • A shaker helps blend the ingredients and chill the drink with ice.
  • I also need a jigger or small measuring cup to make sure the right amounts of each liquid are used. This helps keep the drink balanced.
  • I pour the drink into a highball glass with ice. A strainer makes it easy to pour without letting ice or fruit bits fall in.
  • I also use a sharp knife and a small cutting board to slice fruit garnishes like orange wheels or pineapple chunks.
  • If I want to squeeze fresh juice, a simple manual citrus juicer makes the job easy.

Ingredients

  • 2 oz white rum
  • 3 oz pineapple juice
  • 2 oz orange juice
  • 0.5 oz lime juice fresh is best
  • 0.5 oz simple syrup or to taste
  • Ice cubes
  • Garnishes: orange wheel pineapple wedge, maraschino cherry

Instructions

  • First, I fill the shaker halfway with ice. I measure and pour in the rum, pineapple juice, orange juice, lime juice, and simple syrup.
  • I put the lid on and shake for 10 to 15 seconds. Shaking chills everything and helps mix the juices with the rum.
  • Next, I fill a highball glass with fresh ice. I strain the drink from the shaker into the glass.
  • Last, I add a slice of orange, a pineapple wedge, or a cherry on top. Sometimes I use a paper umbrella for a fun touch.
  • Then, the drink is ready to serve.

Notes

The Tropical Rum Cooler is very flexible. If I want a sweeter drink, I add more simple syrup.
Less sweet? I use less or none at all. Other juices, such as passion fruit or mango, can be used instead of pineapple or orange for a new taste.
I sometimes use coconut rum for a stronger, coconut flavor. Non-alcoholic versions can be made by leaving out the rum and adding more juice or club soda.
Using a clear glass helps show off the bright color from the juices and garnishes. I always taste and adjust sugar or lime before serving.