From Mojitos to Mai Tais: Rum Drinks Everyone Should Try Once

Rum, as a spirit these days, is one of the most talked-about and tried spirits, and we are here to celebrate this fact. From classic cocktails to innovative ones, rum is one of the loved choices of mixologists. With its rich history and unbelievable versatility, if you have not yet had any rum drinks, you should do it ASAP! And if you are unsure about which one to try, here is a curated list of rum drinks that you must try. 

Rum Drinks To Try

Mojito

Mojito is a classic Cuban cocktail that is known for its refreshing combination of white rum, soda water, and lime juice, with other ingredients. This drink balances sweetness, citrus, and mint flavors perfectly, making it a favorite in warm weather. Its origins date back to the 16th century, and it gained popularity for its crisp, clean taste.

Ingredients

• Soda water
• 2 tsp simple syrup
• 2 oz white rum
• 1 oz fresh lime juice
• 6-8 mint leaves
• Ice

Procedure

• Take a glass and muddle mint leaves with lime juice and simple syrup. 
• Add rum, ice, and soda water to it. 
• Now stir well and enjoy!

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Mai Tai

The Mai Tai was invented in 1944, and it combines aged Jamaican rum with lime juice and triple sec. It is a citrus-forward, tropical, nutty drink. The name "Mai Tai" comes from the Tahitian expression meaning "the best," reflecting the drink’s delightful flavor. Over time, variations have incorporated pineapple and orange juice, so you can even try that variant.

Ingredients

• 1 oz light rum
• ½ oz triple sec
• ½ oz almond syrup
• 1 oz dark rum
• ¾ oz fresh lime juice
• ¼ oz simple syrup
• Ice

Procedure

• Take a cocktail shaker with ice.
• And add light rum, triple sec, almond syrup, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup. Shake well. 
• Pour it into a rock glass with ice and serve! 

Tropical Escape

This cocktail comes with exotic fruit flavors like pineapple, mango, and passion fruit layered with a smooth, subtly sweet base. It is refreshing yet indulgent, with a tropical sweetness balanced by a hint of tanginess. The mouthfeel is light and juicy, leaving behind a nice fruity finish.

Ingredients

• 2 oz white rum
• 0.5 oz almond syrup
• 1 oz grapefruit juice
• 0.5 oz aromatic bitters
• Ice

Procedure

• Take a cocktail shaker with ice.
• Add white rum, almond syrup, and grapefruit juice and shake well. 
• Pour it into a rock glass with crushed ice. 
• Garnish with aromatic bitters and enjoy!

Raspberry Rum Mule

Raspberry rum mule is a zesty, berry twist on the classic mule. It combines the flavor of raspberries with the sharp kick of ginger beer. The rum adds warmth and depth, adding to the flavors. Fizzy and slightly spicy in texture, it stays on the tongue while the sweetness of the berries lingers. 

Ingredients

• 2 oz rum
• 1 tsp agave nectar
• 0.5 oz lime juice
• 5 raspberries
• 5 oz ginger beer
• Ice

Procedure

• Take a glass and muddle raspberries with lime juice and agave nectar. 
• Now add rum, ice, and ginger beer.
• Stir well and enjoy

Pina Colada

Creamy and indulgent, the piña colada marries the richness of coconut cream with the bright, tangy punch of pineapple. Smooth and velvety, it feels almost like a dessert. Sweet, tropical, and silky, this drink leaves a coconut sweetness with a soothing beachside vibe.

Ingredients

• 2 oz light rum
• 1 oz coconut cream
• 1 oz pineapple juice
• Ice

Procedure

• Take a blender with ice.
• Add rum, coconut cream, and pineapple juice. Now blend until smooth.
• Now pour into a hurricane glass and serve.

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Spiked Blackberry Lemonade

This drink balances bold blackberry notes with the crispness of lemonade. The taste is both sweet and tangy, with a playful balance between fruitiness and citrus edge. Its texture is light and smooth, often with a subtle fizz if carbonated.

Ingredients

• 2 oz white rum
• 0.5 oz blackberry syrup
• 1.5 oz lemonade
• 1 oz lemon juice
• Ice

Procedure

• Take a cocktail shaker with ice. 
• Add rum, lemonade, blackberry syrup, and lemon juice to it.
• Shake well and strain into a glass with crushed ice. 
• Enjoy!
  

Summing Up

If you are a beginner with rum drinks, the above list is the best to start! So make sure you choose someone according to your taste profile and relish with some good snacks. We are sure you will never call rum a boring spirit after this.