Tropical Citrus Rum Shaker
A refreshing Caribbean-inspired cocktail that balances bright citrus and smooth rum for a lively, tropical experience. This Caribbean recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together white rum, fresh lime 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 white rum
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 1 oz fresh orange juice
- 3/4 oz simple syrup
- 2 oz club soda
- 1 cup ice cubes
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with 1 cup of ice cubes. Pour in 2 oz white rum, 1 oz fresh lime juice, 1 oz fresh orange juice, and 3/4 oz simple syrup.
- Step 2: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the shaker feels cold and frosty.
- Step 3: Strain the mixture into a chilled highball glass filled with fresh ice cubes.
- Step 4: Top with 2 oz of club soda and gently stir once with a bar spoon to combine.
- Step 5: Garnish by expressing a thin strip of orange peel over the glass to release oils, then place it on the rim alongside a lime wheel.









