Old Monk has a cult status that no other spirit could achieve and rightfully so. It’s been the go-to brand for many, irrespective of their age, group and class, for ages. Since we already love this rum so much, we have decided to celebrate it through these easy cocktail recipes. Fix yourself a couple of them and you will be the star of the next house party. Here are 5 easy Old Monk-based cocktails you can make at home.
5 Easy Old Monk-Based Cocktails
- Rum Sling
- Desi Rum Punch
- Monk’s Mule
- Garden Of Eden
- Hurricane
1. Rum Sling
Quite a success across many bars, the Rum Sling is a minimal and endearingly sophisticated drink. And, the best part is that you will probably find all the ingredients you need in your own refrigerator. So, if you’ve got a bottle of Old Monk lying around, it’s time you gather your bartending tools and make this delicious brunch cocktail!
Ingredients
- 1 ounce of BACARDÍ
- 1 ounce of Old Monk
- 2 ounces of freshly squeezed orange juice
- ½ ounce of freshly squeezed lime juice
- Orange slice to garnish
How To Make A Rum Sling
- Take a cocktail shaker and add some ice to it.
- Pour the BACARDÍ, Old Monk, orange, and lemon juices into it and shake for 30 seconds.
- Stir and pour into a chilled glass.
- Garnish with a fresh orange slice and serve.
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2. Desi Rum Punch
As the name suggests, this cocktail comes with a desi twist and packs a punch. We aren’t unaware of the fact that Indians have a palette that’s super unique. This cocktail is custom-made for it! It has the right balance of fruity and tropical flavors, enough to tickle your taste buds.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ ounces of Old Monk
- A pinch of chaat masala
- A pinch of black salt
- 3 ounces of fresh pineapple juice
- ½ ounce of fresh lime juice
How To Make A Desi Rum Punch
- Shake all the ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice.
- Serve over ice, in an Old Fashioned glass.
- Garnish with a pineapple wedge and an oblong, slit green chili.
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3. Monk’s Mule
Enough with the Moscow Mule hype. You’ll forget all about it the moment you try Monk’s Mule. This is definitely one of the best ways to use Old Monk in your drinks! Oh, and also if you want a refined version of it, head to any of the Social outlets.
Ingredients
- 2 ounces of Old Monk
- 1 ounce of fresh ginger juice
- 8 mint leaves
- 2 ounces of pineapple juice
- 1 can ginger ale
- ½ ounce of sugar syrup
- ½ ounce of fresh lime juice
How To Make A Monk’s Mule
- Muddle the mint leaves along with sugar syrup and fresh lime juice in a tall glass.
- Fill the glass up with ice cubes.
- Add ginger juice, pineapple juice and Old Monk.
- Top the drink with ginger ale and garnish with candied ginger and a mint sprig.
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4. Garden Of Eden
If the earthly paradise were to be turned into a drink, it had to be divine. The rum version of Garden Of Eden is exquisite, tropical, and refreshing. Brownie points to the fact that it can be made with just three ingredients.
Ingredients
- 2 ounces of Old Monk
- Fresh lime 1 wedge
- Apple juice to top
How To Make The Garden Of Eden Cocktail
- Fill a tall Zombie glass with ice cubes.
- Pour in the rum and top with apple juice.
- Squeeze the fresh lime wedge and drop the peel in as well.
- Garnish with a few apple slices and serve.
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5. Hurricane
It definitely feels like a Hurricane to your taste buds. A super popular drink from New Orleans, Hurricane is proof that Old Monk cocktails are all kinds of awesome. This beauty has been around since the 1940’s and can change the way you look at dark rum-based cocktails.
Ingredients
- 3 ounces of Old Monk
- 2 ounces of passion fruit juice
- 1 ounce of fresh orange juice
- 1 ounce of fresh lime juice
- ½ ounce of grenadine or cranberry juice
- ½ ounce of sugar syrup
How To Make A Hurricane Cocktail
- Fill half a shaker with ice and add all the ingredients
- Shake well and strain into a glass over ice
Summing Up
Fan of rum? These were 5 easy Old Monk-based cocktails you can make at home. Happy boozing, Monk fans, thank us later!
FAQs
What Can Be Mixed With Old Monk?
Coke, apple juice, orange juice, lemon juice, ginger beer, and tonic water are some of the best mixers with Old Monk.
Can I Drink Old Monk With Mountain Dew?
Yes, you can have Old Monk with Mountain Dew and make a delicious cocktail for yourself. Take a cocktail glass and place an orange peel at the bottom of the glass. Pour the rum over the peel followed by the Mountain Dew. Top the drink with some cranberry juice and enjoy!
How To Craft Your Own Cocktail?
To craft your own cocktail, take two parts alcohol, one part sweet, and one part sour. Mix all these ingredients into a shaker. Shake your ingredients well for around 30 seconds. For the last step, strain the drink into a cocktail glass filled with ice.
Is Sprite Good With Rum?
Yes, Sprite tastes great with rum. Its lemon-lime flavors complement the rich taste of rum.
Can I Drink Old Monk Rum In Hot Water?
You can drink Old Monk rum with hot water, especially if you have a cold, cough, or a sore throat. To make it taste better, you can add some lemon juice or honey, and a cinnamon stick into your drink as a garnish.
What Are The 5 Basic Cocktails?
Old Fashioned, Whiskey Sour, Martini, Daiquiri, and Manhattan are the 5 basic cocktails.
What Are The 5 Methods Of Making Cocktails?
Building, stirring, shaking, layering, and blending are the 5 methods of making cocktails.
