Judging by numerous reviews, not many people like to drink such a strong alcoholic drink like rum in its pure form. However, very popular various mixes prepared on the basis of this alcohol. Experienced bartenders create alcoholic cocktails with rum, juice and many other ingredients. Due to a competent combination of components, the taste properties of the rum itself are emphasized, and its strength is softened. According to professional tasters, cocktails with rum and juice are obtained no worse than other alcoholic mixes. You can try a similar drink both in the bar or in any other institution, as well as at home. In the latter case, you need to know the recipe. Learn how to make cocktails with rum, juice and other products from this article.
Acquaintance
During the preparation of cocktails with rum and juice, bartenders use a certain type of alcohol. Depending on what type of rum is selected, the finished drink can be light, golden and dark. Mostly cocktails are made from light rum, as it is convenient to combine with a wide variety of ingredients. The finished drink has the smallest strength and tangible aroma. Golden rum, due to the presence of spices and caramel in its composition, gives the cocktails a more intense taste. Dark rum is rarely used for making alcoholic mixes. The fact is that this type of alcohol with a pronounced taste and a bitter aftertaste.
"Pina colada". Classic recipe
This cocktail with rum and pineapple juice is served in many bars and restaurants. The drink with a pleasant sweet taste is poured into tall glasses, which are decorated with pineapple rings. You can prepare this mix from the following ingredients:
- 60 ml of rum. Experts recommend giving preference to light alcohol.
- 50 ml coconut syrup.
- 15 ml of dark rum.
- 160 ml of finely chopped ice.
- Juice squeezed from half a lime fruit.
The mix is simple. Ingredients are poured into a shaker and thoroughly chopped with a cocktail spoon. The result should be a homogeneous consistency. It is poured into cocktail glasses, which are decorated before serving.
Option with Malibu Liqueur
A cocktail with rum and pineapple juice was liked by many lovers of alcoholic mixes. In this regard, professional bartenders began to experiment, supplementing the composition of the classic Pina Colada drink with other ingredients. Among the various options, a lot of positive reviews received a cocktail, the basis for which was the Malibu liquor. Make a drink of 30 ml of light rum, 30 ml of liquor and 100 ml of pineapple juice.
In addition, 30 ml of cream is still added to this cocktail. Judging by the reviews, the cocktail turns out to be quite sweet, with a strong aroma and a thick consistency. Drink it experts recommend drinking slowly through a tube.
Fruit mix
If you like to feel fruity notes, you can prepare a cocktail according to an alternative recipe from 50 ml of light and 50 ml of dark rum, 100 ml of pineapple juice and 50 ml of Malibu liqueur. Additionally, the mix is seasoned with fresh berries of strawberries, currants, cherries and raspberries. Like other alcoholic cocktails, this drink is prepared in a shaker - a special glass of professional bartenders. If it is not available, then you can use a stationary blender. Thanks to the presence of berries, the drink is obtained with a characteristic beautiful shade and a juicy aroma. To make the cocktail look more spectacular, it is additionally decorated with various berries. If you are not a fan of alcoholic cocktails, then the basis of light and dark rum can be replaced with a creamy milk mixture.
"Knickerbocker a la Monsieur"
This cocktail with rum and orange juice was first prepared in 1869. The drink is presented in two versions: stronger for men and lighter for women. The mix consists of the following basic ingredients:
- 50 ml of light rum.
- 25 ml of orange liquor.
- 15 ml of orange juice.
- Pineapple pulp. It will take 75 g.
- 6-8 raspberries.
First of all, the pulp of raspberries and pineapple is thoroughly kneading. As a result, juice should start to stand out from them. Then all the components are mixed and whipped. When the alcoholic cocktail is ready, experts recommend filtering it with a strainer. A drink is served in tall curly glasses. Raspberry berries are suitable as decoration.
Cocktail: rum with cherry juice
Judging by the reviews, a slight acidity is characteristic of this drink due to the presence of citrus. The recipe involves the use of 50 ml of white rum, 150 ml of cherry juice and 200 g of ice. The presence of rum in the drink is almost not felt. Prepare a cocktail as follows. First of all, the glass is filled with ice. Next, juice with rum is poured there and mixed thoroughly. Before serving, mix the mixture with orange slices. If you like stronger cocktails, then you should use cherry juice (20 ml), rum, whiskey and liquor (20 ml each). These ingredients are simply mixed together in a special cocktail glass. Judging by the reviews, such a drink turns out to be very strong and is mostly liked by men.
"Gimlet"
According to experts, this drink was invented by American miners. A cocktail of rum, lemon juice and a quarter of lemon is presented. 40 ml of dark rum and 20 ml of juice should be used. Make a mix in a shaker. Serve taken in a tall glass.
"Destructive wind"
The alcoholic drink is represented by white rum (40 ml), dry martini (20 ml) and pomegranate syrup (two tablespoons). Additionally, the mix is seasoned with two cherries and six ice cubes. Traditionally, this drink is made in a shaker, and then poured into a cocktail glass.
Pacha Sao Paulo
To prepare this composition you will need dark rum. The classic recipe provides the following proportions:
- 50 ml of dark rum.
- 25 ml coconut liquor.
- 100 ml pineapple juice.
- 25 ml of grenadine.
- 10 g of cherry pulp.
- 90 g mango.
These ingredients need to be mixed and then loosened to make a thick, uniform consistency. It is customary to serve a drink in a Hurricane - a rounded glass, the volume of which is 400 ml. According to experts, this alcoholic berry cocktail is prepared in 14 countries. At home, grenadines can be excluded, and instead of cherries, use any other berries.
Mojito
It is considered a great refreshing cocktail based on an alcohol base, which is represented by 50 ml. light rum. In addition, the drink is seasoned with sugar syrup (15 ml), carbonated water (100 ml), lime juice from juice and ice (250 g). A refreshing effect is achieved through the use of fresh mint. Its enough 15 leaves. Mix in a high transparent glass. First, mint is laid out at the bottom, and then chopped lime.
Next, you need to pour the syrup into the container. Judging by the reviews, the mix is obtained with a characteristic menthol flavor. Then the glass is filled with crushed ice and an alcohol base. You need to drink the drink chilled and through a tube.