Costa Rican Sunset Rum Cooler
A tropical rum cooler layered with fresh orange and pineapple juices, embodying the vivid energy of a USMNT match versus Costa Rica. This cocktails-inspired cocktails & drinks ready in about 8 minutes brings together light rum, fresh orange juice, fresh pineapple 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 230 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 light rum
- 2 oz fresh orange juice
- 1 oz fresh pineapple juice
- 0.5 oz grenadine syrup
- 1 oz club soda
- as needed crushed ice
- 1 for garnish orange wheel
- 1 for garnish maraschino cherry
Equipment for this recipe
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a tall Collins glass halfway with crushed ice.
- Step 2: Pour 2 oz light rum, 2 oz fresh orange juice, and 1 oz fresh pineapple juice into a shaker filled with ice cubes.
- Step 3: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until chilled.
- Step 4: Strain the mixture over the crushed ice in the Collins glass.
- Step 5: Slowly pour 0.5 oz grenadine syrup down the side of the glass to create a layered sunset effect.
- Step 6: Top with 1 oz club soda and gently stir once to blend slightly.
- Step 7: Garnish with an orange wheel on the rim and a maraschino cherry skewered on a cocktail pick resting across the glass top.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Costa Rican Sunset Rum Cooler take to make?
Total time is about 8 minutes (8 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home bartenders find this fits a single afternoon; scale up the batch for parties or pitchers.
How do I store leftover Costa Rican Sunset Rum Cooler?
Refrigerate any leftover costa rican sunset rum cooler in a sealed pitcher or jar for up to 3–4 days. Do not reheat — drinks are served chilled. If the recipe uses sparkling water or fresh herbs, hold those back and add fresh just before pouring so the drink stays bright and fizzy.
Can I substitute ingredients in Costa Rican Sunset Rum Cooler?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Costa Rican Sunset Rum Cooler for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 1 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 1). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Costa Rican Sunset Rum Cooler?
Cocktails cocktails & drinks like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
