Tropical Rum Runner Cocktail Recipe
This bright and fruity cocktail combines dark rum, fruit juices, and liqueurs for a taste of the Caribbean. The mix creates a smooth, layered drink perfect for beach days or summer parties.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Jigger or measuring tool
- Hurricane glass or tall glass
- Ice
- Bar spoon
- Strainer
- Knife and cutting board for garnish
Ingredients
- 1 oz dark rum
- 1 oz light rum
- 1 oz banana liqueur
- 1 oz blackberry liqueur
- 2 oz orange juice
- 2 oz pineapple juice
- 1/2 oz grenadine
- Orange slice and cherry for garnish
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Fill the cocktail shaker halfway with ice cubes.
- Pour both rums, banana liqueur, and blackberry liqueur into the shaker.
- Add orange juice, pineapple juice, and grenadine.
- Shake well for 10-15 seconds until the outside of the shaker feels cold.
- Fill a hurricane glass with fresh ice cubes.
- Strain the mixture into the glass.
- Garnish with an orange slice and a cherry.
Notes
The drink should have a layered look with the grenadine settling at the bottom.
Best served fresh and cold. The recipe makes one serving.
For a stronger drink, add an extra 1/2 oz of dark rum as a floater on top.
Replace blackberry liqueur with raspberry liqueur if needed.
Store unused fruit juices in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.