Spiced Orange Rum Cooler

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-10 · Updated 2026-06-10

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A refreshing rum cooler with vibrant orange juice and a hint of warming spice from cinnamon syrup. This recipe, ready in about 6 minutes, brings together light rum, fresh orange juice, cinnamon 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: 6 min Serves 1 Cocktails & Beverages cuisine 210 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 oz light rum
2 oz fresh orange juice
1/2 oz cinnamon syrup
1/2 oz lime juice
2 oz ginger ale
as needed ice cubes
1 piece orange twist
1 cinnamon stick

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Instructions

Step 1: Fill a shaker with ice cubes to the halfway point. Add 2 oz light rum, 2 oz fresh orange juice, 1/2 oz cinnamon syrup, and 1/2 oz fresh lime juice.
Step 2: Shake vigorously for 12 seconds until well chilled.
Step 3: Strain into a tall Collins glass filled with fresh ice cubes.
Step 4: Top with 2 oz ginger ale and stir gently once to combine.
Step 5: Garnish with an orange twist expressed over the surface and a cinnamon stick rested inside the glass.