Spiced Caribbean Old Fashioned

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-30 · Updated 2026-05-30

An elevated Old Fashioned with Caribbean dark rum, warm spices, and a hint of tropical sweetness for a cozy, exotic twist. This recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, brings together Dark Caribbean rum, Demerara sugar syrup, Angostura 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 Dark Caribbean rum
• 0.25 oz Demerara sugar syrup
• 3 dashes Angostura bitters
• 1 dash Orange bitters
• 1 Cinnamon stick
• 1 Large clear ice cube

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a mixing glass, combine 2 oz dark Caribbean rum, 0.25 oz demerara sugar syrup, 3 dashes Angostura bitters, and 1 dash orange bitters.
2. Step 2: Add ice cubes to fill the mixing glass halfway and stir gently with a bar spoon for 30 seconds until the mixture is chilled and slightly diluted.
3. Step 3: Place one large clear ice cube in a rocks glass.
4. Step 4: Strain the stirred cocktail over the large ice cube.
5. Step 5: Express the oils of an orange peel over the surface, twist it to release the aroma, and rest it on the rim.
6. Step 6: Garnish by resting a cinnamon stick inside the glass alongside the orange peel.