16 Rum Cocktails with Vacation Vibes

Distilled with sugarcane and aged in casks made of wood and steel, rum is one of the most popular liquors around the world. And, while the spirit can be produced almost anywhere, the islands of Barbados, Cuba, Jamaica and Puerto Rico produce much of the world’s best rum using locally grown sugarcane.

Crafted Cuba Libre with Rum Bottle — We felt special when we drank this Cuba Libre crafted with coca cola and Havana Club Especial Cuban rum. | Image: ©2foodtrippers

Rums vary from drink to drink. Some rum drinks call for light rum, while others call for rums that are gold, dark, or aged. Heck, some rum drinks include more than one type of rum. And that’s not even counting flavored and spiced rums.

Jungle Bird Cocktail with Rum Bottle — We crafted this Jungle Bird with rum we had purchased to craft Dark & Stormy cocktails. That’s what we call clever multi-purposing! | Image: ©2foodtrippers

We’ve acquired a variety of rums since we love crafting rum cocktails at home and, as a true confession, sometimes we sip them over ice. However, there’s nothing like sipping a rum cocktail.

Pina Colada with Pink Background from Above

1. Pina Colada

The Pina Colada is more than the subject of a 70s hit song. Puerto Rico's national drink is also a frothy, fruity cocktail that's surprisingly simple to make at home either with or without a blender.

Pina Colada Recipe

Jungle Bird Cocktail with Grey Background

2. Jungle Bird

Go wild and craft a Jungle Bird cocktail at home! Despite its surprisingly simple recipe, the sophisticated tiki cocktail is a delight whether you live in an actual jungle or an urban one.

Jungle Bird Recipe

3. Bahama Mama

The Bahama Mama isn't classic or sophisticated but, despite those limitations, the sweet rum cocktail tastes like tropical bliss. Plus, it's easy to craft and fun to sip wherever you happen to be located.

Bahama Mama Recipe

4. Hurricane

Drinking a Hurricane cocktail at Pat O'Brien's is a rite of passage for first-time visitors to New Orleans. However, you can craft a better version of the fruity cocktail at home no matter where you live.

Hurricane Reciep

5. Classic Daiquiri

Leave any preconceptions about the Daiquiri behind when you follow this easy recipe. Cuba's most classic cocktail is a sophisticated summer sipper made with just three ingredients that you probably already have at home.

Classic Daiquiri Recipe

6. Mai Tai

The Mai Tai cocktail isn't just the most iconic tiki drink. It's also a classic rum cocktail that's easy to craft at home and even easier to sip.

Mai Tai Recipe

Dark and Stormy Cocktail From Above with Lime Wheel

7. Dark and Stormy

A Dark and Stormy cocktail tastes great regardless of the weather. However, those who don't follow this cocktail's rule could hit bumpy water. Discover that rule and learn how to craft the classic cocktail in just two minutes.

7. Dark and Stormy Recipe

8. Long Island Iced Tea

Leave your jaded impressions of Long Island Iced Tea behind. Not only is the potent potable popular with 20-somethings looking for a quick buzz, but it's great if you're in your 30s or beyond.

Long Island Iced Tea Recipe

9. Coquito

This Coquito is a tasty cocktail with a boozy, coconut kick. It's also a great option for people who don't want to add raw eggs to their creamy Christmas cocktails.

Coquito Recipe

Rum Old Fashioned Cocktail with White Background

10. Rum Old Fashioned

The Rum Old Fashioned is like a classic Old Fashioned with one exception – it's crafted with rum instead of whiskey. After you craft one at home, you'll wonder where this stiff rum cocktail has been all of your life.

Rum Old Fashioned Recipe

11. Mary Pickford

Inspired by one of Hollywood's top actresses during Prohibition, the Mary Pickford cocktail is a tasty tipple that has passed the test of time. It's also easy to craft with just a handful of ingredients.

Mary Pickford Recipe

Cuba Libre Cocktail with Black Background

12. Cuba Libre

The Cuba Libre cocktail takes Rum & Coke to new heights with the simple addition of fresh lime juice.

Cuba Libre Recipe

13. Malibu Sunsset

The Malibu Sunset will transport you to the Caribbean without a plane ride. And the best part – the layered coconut rum cocktail is super easy to craft at home without any exotic ingredients or special bar tools.

Malibu Sunset Recipe

14. Mojito

This Mojito is ideal for summer. You can whip up this Cuban cocktail favorite at home with just five ingredients plus ice.

Mojito Recipe

15. Hemingway Daiquiri

Also known as a Papa Doble, the Hemingway Daiquiri takes the classic Daiquiri to a new level with two simple additions.

Hemingway Daiquiri Recipe

Between the Sheets Cocktail with White Background

16. Between the Sheets Cocktail

The Between the Sheets cocktail is a sophisticated sipper that you can order at a fancy bar. The other option is to craft one at home with just a handful of ingredients.

Between the Sheets Recipe

Frequently Asked Questions

What is rum?

Rum is alcohol distilled with sugarcane.

What’s the most popular rum cocktail?

The Daiquiri isn’t just the most popular rum cocktail. It’s also one of the most popular cocktails period.

What is good to mix with rum?

Rum mixes well with both juices and sodas. However, there’s nothing like drinking good rum on the rocks.

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16 Rum Cocktails with Vacation Vibes