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RUM COCKTAIL RECIPES

Here is a selection of cocktails using both white rum and dark rum. Our Caribbean Dark Rum, Caribbean Honey Rum, Chocolate Rum and Dark Spiced Rum are both ideal for making Cocktails with Dark Rum.

 

Popular dark rum cocktails include the Dark 'n' Stormy, Mai Tai, and the classic Rum and Coke. Remember to follow specific recipes for each cocktail to get the proportions and flavours right. 

  

Barware required for making cocktails


  1. Cocktail Shaker: For mixing and shaking cocktails.
  2. Jigger: To measure precise amounts of ingredients.
  3. Strainer: To strain out ice or pulp from the cocktail.
  4. Mixing glass: If you prefer stirring your cocktails.
  5. Muddler: Used for crushing ingredients like mint leaves or fruit.
  6. Cocktail glasses: Choose the appropriate glassware for your cocktail type.

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Dark Rum Cocktail Recipes

Dark & Stormy Cocktail made using Wicstun Caribbean Dark Rum

Dark & Stormy

  • 3-4 oz ginger beer
  • 2 oz Wicstun Caribbean Dark Rum
  • Half a lime
  • Ice cubes

Instructions

  1. Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
  2. Squeeze the lime juice into the glass.
  3. Pour the dark rum over the ice and lime juice.
  4. Top it off with ginger beer.
  5. Stir gently and enjoy the refreshing combination of flavors!

Rum Old Fashioned using Wicstun Caribbean Honey Rum

Honey Rum Cocktail: Rum Old Fashioned

The Rum Old Fashioned, a classic cocktail with a twist, is the ideal choice for showcasing the Caribbean Honey Rum's unique sweetness. 


Here's how to craft this delicious cocktail:


  • 2 oz Wicstun Distillery Caribbean Honey Rum
  • 1 sugar cube
  • 2 dashes of aromatic bitters
  • Orange peel
  • Ice

Instructions


  1. Muddle the sugar cube and bitters in an old-fashioned glass.
  2. Add ice and pour the Caribbean Honey Rum over the ice.
  3. Stir gently to combine the ingredients.
  4. Express the orange peel over the glass, run it along the rim, and drop it into the drink for a citrusy aroma.

Rum Old Fashioned Cocktail

Rum Old Fashioned

  • 50ml Dark Rum
  • 1 tsp sugar syrup
  • few dashes of orange bitters
  • ice
  • strip of orange peel to garnish


Instructions

 

  1. Put half the rum, the sugar syrup and bitters in a mixing glass or jug. 
  2. Add three ice cubes and stir slowly with a mixing spoon until the outside of the glass feels cold. 
  3. Add the rest of the rum and a few more ice cubes, then stir to combine.
  4. Strain the drink into an ice-filled tumbler and garnish with a strip of orange peel.

Wicstun Distillery chocolate Rum and Coke

Chocolate Rum & Coke

  • 50ml Dark Chocolate Rum
  • Coke / Cola
  • Ice
  • Strip of lime


Instructions


  1. Put the ice in the glass
  2. Pour over the dark chocolate rum
  3. Add your preferred amount of coke
  4. Garnish with a slice of lime


Rum Runner

  • 1 oz Dark rum
  • 1 oz banana liqueur 
  • 1/2 oz blackberry liqueur 
  • 2 oz pineapple juice
  • 1 oz lime juice, freshly squeezed
  • 1/2 ounce grenadine
  • Garnish: brandied cherry
  • Garnish: pineapple wedge


 Instructions


  1. Add the dark rum, banana liqueur, blackberry liqueur, pineapple juice, lime juice and grenadine into a shaker with ice. 
  2. Shake until well-chilled.
    Strain into a hurricane glass filled with crushed ice.
  3. Garnish with a skewered brandied cherry and pineapple wedge.

Rum Espresso Martini

  •  25ml Wicstun Dark Rum Rum
  • 25ml Coffee Liqueur
  • 25 ml Espresso
  • 10ml Sugar Syrup
  • 3 pieces of Coffee Beans
  • Ice cubes

Instructions

 

  • Fill your cocktail shaker with ice cubes
  • Add Wicstun Dark Rum, coffee liqueur, espresso and sugar syrup to a shaker
  • Shake until cold
  • Strain into a martini glass
  • Garnish with coffee beans

White Rum Cocktail Recipes

DAIQUIRI

  • 2 oz white rum
  • 1 oz fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 oz simple syrup
  • Lime wedge (for garnish)
  • Ice cubes

Instructions

  1. Add rum, lime juice, simple syrup, and ice cubes to a shaker.
  2. Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
  3. Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass.
  4. Garnish with a lime wedge and savor this classic rum cocktail!

PIÑA COLADA

 

  • 2 oz white rum
  • 4 oz pineapple juice
  • 2 oz coconut cream
  • Pineapple wedge (for garnish)
  • Ice cubes

Instructions 

  1. Add rum, pineapple juice, coconut cream, and ice cubes to a blender.
  2. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  3. Pour the mixture into a glass.
  4. Garnish with a pineapple wedge and enjoy this tropical delight!

 Rum, a spirit with a storied history, has captured the hearts of many, and for good reason. Its diverse and vibrant character, coupled with its historical significance, makes it a cornerstone in the world of mixology. When exploring the realm of rum cocktails, one cannot help but be captivated by the allure of Caribbean Dark Rum and Caribbean Honey Rum, produced by the UK's very own Wicstun Distillery.


Rum, often associated with the sun-soaked islands of the Caribbean, has a rich and intriguing history. It is said that the origins of rum can be traced back to the early 17th century when sugarcane was introduced to the Caribbean. With the by-products of sugarcane production, distillation techniques developed, leading to the creation of what we now know as rum.


Rum's place in history is not without controversy, as it was deeply connected to the transatlantic slave trade. However, over the centuries, rum has evolved, and today, it stands as a symbol of celebration, unity, and the tropical spirit of the islands.


Rum cocktails are a delightful journey into the heart of the Caribbean, and Wicstun Distillery's Caribbean Dark Rum and Caribbean Honey Rum serve as exceptional ambassadors of this tradition. Their dedication to small-batch craftsmanship and the rich history of rum ensures that every sip is a true taste of the tropics. 


Whether you prefer the classic Mai Tai or the unique twist of a Rum Old Fashioned, these cocktails are sure to transport you to the sunny shores of the Caribbean, courtesy of Wicstun Distillery. 


Cheers to the timeless allure of rum and the vibrant world of mixology! 

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