Nobody knows beaches like Caribbeans know beaches - and the same could be said about the now-world-famous spirit known as rum. Rum, derived from sugar cane, was born in the Caribbean, as were these delicious rum-based cocktails.
The Bahamas
The word Bahamas is derived from a Spanish word "baja mar," which means "shallow water or sea." Its shallow waters made it historically a favorite place for pirates to hide their treasures. The Bahama Mama drink is just one of those local treasures.
Bahama Mama
- 1 Red cherry
- Orange segement
- Ice cubes
- Dark rum, 2oz.(60ml)
- Light rum, 1oz.(30ml)
- Orange juice, 2oz.(60ml)
- Pineapple juice, 2oz.(60ml)
- Coconut rum, 1oz.(30ml)
- Lemon juice, 2oz.(60ml)
Grenada
Grenada is known as the "Island of Spice" because it produces nutmeg and mace crops, as well as many other spices. For that reason, many recipes for rum punch have a fair amount of spice to them, but the one below is a classic recipe that is a great starter for the rum novice.
Rum Punch
- Ice cubes
- Angostura rum, 3oz.(90ml)
- Light rum, 1oz.(30ml)
- 3 tsp Brown Cane Sugar
- Pineapple juice, 2oz.(60ml)
- 1 Dash Agnostura orange bitters
- Fresh Lime juice, 2oz.(60ml)
- 4 Dashes Agnostura aromatic bitters
Cuba
Cuba is a small island with a big personality. From music to art to cuisine to politics, Cuba has its own unique way of thinking -- especially about cocktails.
Mojito
- Lime segement
- Ice cubes
- Mint leaves
- Light rum, 1.5oz.(45ml)
- Soad water, 2oz.(60ml)
- Simple syrup, 1oz.(30ml)