Houston Sunset Rum Cooler

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A vibrant rum cocktail inspired by the warm hues of a Houston sunset, combining tropical flavors with a tangy twist. This recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, brings together white rum, fresh lime juice, passion fruit syrup 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.

Prep: 7 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 210 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Fill a shaker halfway with ice cubes. Pour in 2 oz white rum, 1 oz fresh lime juice, 1 oz passion fruit syrup, and 2 oz orange juice.
  2. Step 2: Shake vigorously for 12 seconds until well chilled.
  3. Step 3: Fill a tall Collins glass with fresh ice cubes to the top.
  4. Step 4: Strain the cocktail evenly into the glass.
  5. Step 5: Slowly pour 1/2 oz grenadine over the back of a spoon onto the surface to create a layered sunset effect.
  6. Step 6: Garnish with a lime wheel perched on the rim and a fresh mint sprig placed upright in the glass.

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