Spiced Rum and Pineapple Nightcap
A warm and inviting cocktail combining spiced rum with tropical pineapple and a hint of vanilla, perfect for winding down your evening. This Caribbean recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together spiced rum, pineapple juice, vanilla 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 220 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 spiced rum
- 1.5 oz pineapple juice
- 0.5 oz vanilla syrup
- 0.5 oz fresh lime juice
- a pinch ground cinnamon
- 1 large ice cube
- 1 pineapple leaf
- a pinch grated nutmeg
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Instructions
- Step 1: Place a large clear ice cube in a rocks glass.
- Step 2: Pour 2 oz spiced rum, 1.5 oz pineapple juice, 0.5 oz vanilla syrup, and 0.5 oz fresh lime juice into a mixing glass filled with ice.
- Step 3: Stir gently with a bar spoon for 30 seconds to chill and blend flavors.
- Step 4: Strain into the prepared rocks glass over the large ice cube.
- Step 5: Lightly dust the top with a pinch of ground cinnamon and freshly grated nutmeg.
- Step 6: Garnish with a single pineapple leaf, positioning it vertically in the glass for a tropical touch.









