Tropical Rum Citrus Fizz
A refreshing, lightly fizzy rum cocktail with tropical citrus flavors and a hint of mint. This recipe, ready in about 6 minutes, brings together light rum, fresh lime juice, fresh pineapple 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 160 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 light rum
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 1 oz fresh pineapple juice
- 0.5 oz simple syrup (1:1 sugar and water)
- 2 oz club soda
- 6 fresh mint leaves
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a mixing glass, gently muddle 6 fresh mint leaves to release aroma without tearing.
- Step 2: Add 2 oz light rum, 1 oz fresh lime juice, 1 oz fresh pineapple juice, and 0.5 oz simple syrup into the mixing glass.
- Step 3: Fill the mixing glass with ice cubes and stir gently with a bar spoon for 20 seconds to chill and dilute slightly.
- Step 4: Strain the mixture into a tall Collins glass filled with fresh ice cubes.
- Step 5: Top with 2 oz club soda and stir lightly to combine.
- Step 6: Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint and a thin wheel of lime on the rim.
