Borderline Citrus Rum Collins
A crisp and sparkling Collins cocktail blending fresh lemon and orange juices with white rum and a touch of vanilla for a smooth citrus finish. This recipe, ready in about 6 minutes, brings together white rum, fresh lemon juice, and fresh orange juice for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Add this recipe to your weekly plan" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 oz white rum
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 oz fresh orange juice
- 0.75 oz vanilla syrup
- 3 oz club soda
- 1 slice lemon wheel
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a shaker halfway with ice cubes. Pour in 2 oz white rum, 1 oz fresh lemon juice, 0.5 oz fresh orange juice, and 0.75 oz vanilla syrup.
- Step 2: Shake vigorously for 12 seconds until the shaker becomes frosty cold.
- Step 3: Strain into a tall Collins glass filled with fresh ice cubes.
- Step 4: Top with 3 oz club soda and stir gently once to combine.
- Step 5: Garnish with a lemon wheel, expressing its oils over the drink before resting it on the rim.





