Rum Pineapple Old Fashioned with Spiced Bitters
A tropical twist on the Old Fashioned featuring aged rum, pineapple syrup, and spiced bitters for a complex, warming sip. This recipe, ready in about 6 minutes, brings together aged rum, pineapple syrup, spiced bitters 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 aged rum
- 1/2 oz pineapple syrup
- 3 dashes spiced bitters
- 1 wide strip orange peel
- 1 large clear ice cube
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Instructions
- Step 1: Place 1 large clear ice cube into a rocks glass.
- Step 2: Pour 2 oz aged rum, 1/2 oz pineapple syrup, and 3 dashes of spiced bitters over the ice.
- Step 3: Stir gently with a bar spoon for 30 seconds to chill and blend flavors.
- Step 4: Express 1 wide strip of orange peel over the surface by holding it skin side down and twisting to release oils.
- Step 5: Rub the orange peel around the rim, then rest it elegantly on the glass edge as garnish.







