Rum Runner Cocktail

A FRUITY COCKTAIL RECIPE

I love a good cocktail in the evening after a nice hot summers day. This Rum Runner Cocktail takes the cake when it comes to flavor. There is so much packed into all in one drink: banana, berry, rum, you name it. The best thing is that they work so well together. This is a classic cocktail that is and always has been perfect for those hot summer months. So whether you’re throwing a party, having a sip out on the deck or just because, you need to make this Rum Runner Cocktail recipe.

Rum Runner Cocktail in mason jar with fruit around glass garnished.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

I can’t find blackberry liqueur, what can I use?

I use Chambord which is a blackberry liqueur. If you can’t find that you can use Blackberry Brandy as a substitute.

What does this taste like?

While there are various different alcohols in this cocktail, the main flavor you will taste is banana with lighter notes of berries. So you really get it all, we just think that the banana sticks out the most.

What kid of rum is best?

I like to use both white and dark rum for this recipe. I use Captain Morgan for the white rum and Meyers for the dark rum. You can use any of your favorite light and dark rum recipes in this that you like. Just use what you have on hand. If you only have light rum, just use that instead of the combination of the two.

Can I use bottled lime juice?

While I HIGHLY recommend using fresh lime juice for anything, you can use bottled in a pinch but it really will not taste as good. I do not like bottled lime juice at all.

Can this be made for a crowd?

Yes! This is great to make in a pitcher or a punch bowl. Just mix all the ingredients together (tripling the recipe). Stir everything together and place in the refrigerator. When you are ready to serve, just pour over ice in glasses

Can I store any leftovers?

This drink is meant to be made right before it is consumed. You can store for a few hours in the refrigerator but I would not keep any longer than that.

Pinterest image of slightly over head of the Rum Runner Cocktail with a lime next to glass and garnishes being shown in glass.

INGREDIENTS NEEDED FOR A RUM RUNNER: (FULL RECIPE AT THE BOTTOM OF THE POST)

ice

white rum

dark rum

banana liqueur

chambord or blackberry liqueur

pineapple juice

lime juice

grenadine

HOW TO MAKE A RUM RUNNER COCKTAIL:

Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice.

Add the white rum, dark rum, banana liqueur, chambord, pineapple juice, lime juice, and grenadine to the cocktail shaker. Add the top and shake vigorously.

Hand shaking the cocktail shaker with ingredients inside.

Pour over ice in a glass.

Finished cocktail being poured over ice in glass.

Garnish with blackberries, lime, pineapple, and cherries if using, serve immediately.

Close up of Rum Runner Cocktail showing garnishes in glass.

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