Rum-Spiked Citrus Vanilla Bean Cocktail
A smooth, complex cocktail featuring 10 Cane rum with bright citrus and fragrant vanilla, perfect for a refreshing evening drink. This Caribbean-inspired recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together 10 Cane rum, fresh lemon juice, 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 "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 10 Cane rum
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1 oz fresh orange juice
- 1/4 tsp vanilla bean paste
- 3/4 oz simple syrup
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 1 piece for garnish orange twist
- 1 piece for garnish lemon wheel
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a cocktail shaker with 1 cup ice cubes. Pour in 2 oz 10 Cane rum, 1 oz fresh lemon juice, 1 oz fresh orange juice, 3/4 oz simple syrup, and 1/4 tsp vanilla bean paste.
- Step 2: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until well chilled and slightly frothy.
- Step 3: Strain the cocktail into a chilled coupe or martini glass.
- Step 4: Garnish with 1 orange twist and 1 lemon wheel on the rim for an aromatic citrus finish.






