Caribbean Mango Rum Crush
A tropical blend of ripe mango, lime, and smooth rum crushed over ice, delivering a luscious and vibrant island escape. This Caribbean recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, brings together white rum, fresh lime juice, mango puree 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 210 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" 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 lime juice
- 1.5 oz mango puree
- 0.5 oz simple syrup
- 1 cup crushed ice
- 6 mint leaves
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a mixing glass, muddle 6 fresh mint leaves gently to release aroma but not shred.
- Step 2: Add 2 oz white rum, 1 oz fresh lime juice, 1.5 oz mango puree, and 0.5 oz simple syrup.
- Step 3: Fill the mixing glass with 1 cup crushed ice and stir gently with a bar spoon for 20 seconds to chill and dilute slightly.
- Step 4: Strain into a rocks glass packed with fresh crushed ice.
- Step 5: Garnish with a sprig of mint and a thin lime wheel perched on the rim.
