Rum Old-Fashioned

A delightful Caribbean twist on the timeless classic. This recipe swaps whiskey for crisp light rum, sweetened with powdered sugar and aromatic bitters. The experience is elevated with a fiery float of 151 proof rum and the zest of fresh lime, creating a complex and refreshing sipping cocktail.

Ingredients

• 1.5 OZ Light Rum
• 1 TSP 151 Proof Rum
• 0.5 TSP Powdered Sugar
• 1 DASH Bitters
• 1 TSP Water
• 1 SLICE Lime Peel

How to Make It

1. Add powdered sugar, water, and bitters directly into an Old Fashioned glass.
2. Stir the mixture vigorously until the sugar has completely dissolved.
3. Fill the glass with large ice cubes.
4. Pour the light rum over the ice.
5. Stir gently to chill the drink and integrate the flavors.
6. Twist the lime peel over the glass to express the oils, then add it to the drink.
7. Carefully float the 151 proof rum on top and serve immediately.

Glassware

Old Fashioned Glass

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