Spiced Rum and Pineapple Old-Fashioned
A tropical twist on the classic old-fashioned featuring spiced rum and caramelized pineapple syrup. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together spiced rum, pineapple 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 200 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
- 1/2 oz pineapple syrup
- 3 dashes Angostura bitters
- 1 strip orange peel
- 1 large ice cube
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Instructions
- Step 1: Place a large clear ice cube into a rocks glass.
- Step 2: In a mixing glass filled halfway with ice cubes, combine 2 oz spiced rum, 1/2 oz pineapple syrup, and 3 dashes Angostura bitters.
- Step 3: Stir gently with a bar spoon for 30 seconds until well chilled and slightly diluted.
- Step 4: Strain the mixture into the prepared rocks glass over the large ice cube.
- Step 5: Express the oils of 1 strip of orange peel over the surface of the cocktail, then rim the glass with the peel and drop it in as garnish.









