If you’re lounging on a sun-kissed beach, the waves are crashing, and in your hand is a vibrant, fruity Rum Runner cocktail—bursting with tropical flavors that transport you straight to paradise. This iconic drink is a blend of rum, fruit juices, and a splash of sweetness, making it the ultimate summer sipper.
Whether you’re hosting a backyard party or just craving a taste of the tropics, I’ve got five irresistible Rum Runner cocktail recipes that’ll make your taste buds dance. Each one is easy to make, visually stunning, and packed with fruity goodness. Let’s dive in!
1. Classic Rum Runner Cocktail
A timeless tropical blend that balances sweet, tart, and boozy in every sip.
Ingredients:
- 1 oz dark rum
- 1 oz light rum
- 1 oz banana liqueur
- 1 oz blackberry liqueur
- 2 oz orange juice
- 2 oz pineapple juice
- ½ oz grenadine
- Ice
- Pineapple slice & cherry (for garnish)
How to Make It:
- Fill a shaker with ice.
- Add dark rum, light rum, banana liqueur, blackberry liqueur, orange juice, pineapple juice, and grenadine.
- Shake well until chilled.
- Strain into a tall glass filled with ice.
- Garnish with a pineapple slice and cherry.
Taste & Look:
This Rum Runner cocktail recipe delivers a luscious mix of banana, berry, and citrus flavors. The deep red hue from the grenadine makes it as eye-catching as it is delicious.
2. Frozen Rum Runner
A slushy, refreshing twist on the classic—perfect for hot days.
Ingredients:
- 1 oz dark rum
- 1 oz coconut rum
- 1 oz banana liqueur
- 1 oz blackberry liqueur
- 2 oz pineapple juice
- 2 oz orange juice
- ½ oz grenadine
- 1 cup crushed ice
- Fresh berries (for garnish)
How to Make It:
- Combine all ingredients in a blender.
- Blend until smooth and slushy.
- Pour into a chilled hurricane glass.
- Garnish with fresh berries.
Taste & Look:
Creamy, icy, and bursting with tropical flavors, this frozen version is like a boozy fruit smoothie. The vibrant layers make it a showstopper!
3. Spiced Rum Runner
A warm, spiced twist with a hint of cinnamon and nutmeg.
Ingredients:
- 1 oz spiced rum
- 1 oz coconut rum
- 1 oz banana liqueur
- 1 oz Chambord (raspberry liqueur)
- 2 oz pineapple juice
- 1 oz lime juice
- Dash of cinnamon
- Ice
- Lime wheel & cinnamon stick (for garnish)
How to Make It:
- Fill a shaker with ice.
- Add spiced rum, coconut rum, banana liqueur, Chambord, pineapple juice, lime juice, and cinnamon.
- Shake well and strain over ice in a rocks glass.
- Garnish with a lime wheel and cinnamon stick.
Taste & Look:
This Rum Runner cocktail recipe has a cozy, spiced kick that complements the fruity base. The golden-orange color with a cinnamon garnish makes it feel extra special.
4. Tropical Rum Runner Punch
A big-batch party pleaser that’s fruity and fun.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup dark rum
- 1 cup coconut rum
- ½ cup banana liqueur
- ½ cup blackberry liqueur
- 2 cups pineapple juice
- 2 cups orange juice
- ½ cup grenadine
- Sliced oranges, pineapples, and berries (for garnish)
- Ice
How to Make It:
- In a large pitcher, combine all liquid ingredients.
- Stir well and refrigerate for 1 hour to chill.
- Serve over ice in punch glasses.
- Garnish with fresh fruit slices.
Taste & Look:
This punch is a fruity explosion—sweet, tangy, and dangerously drinkable. The colorful fruit floaters make it a festive centerpiece.
5. Berry Blast Rum Runner
A berry-forward version that’s fresh and vibrant.
Ingredients:
- 1 oz light rum
- 1 oz raspberry vodka
- 1 oz blue curaçao
- 1 oz Chambord
- 2 oz cranberry juice
- 1 oz lime juice
- Ice
- Fresh raspberries & lime wedge (for garnish)
How to Make It:
- Fill a shaker with ice.
- Add light rum, raspberry vodka, blue curaçao, Chambord, cranberry juice, and lime juice.
- Shake well and strain into a chilled martini glass.
- Garnish with raspberries and a lime wedge.
Taste & Look:
This berry-packed Rum Runner cocktail recipe is tart, sweet, and ultra-refreshing. The deep pink-purple hue is as Instagram-worthy as it gets!
Conclusion
There you have it—five fabulous Rum Runner cocktail recipes that bring the tropics to your glass. Whether you prefer the classic, frozen, spiced, punch, or berry version, each one guarantees a fruity punch that’ll make you feel like you’re on vacation.
