Tropical Rum Lemonade Smash
A refreshing blend of rum and fresh lemonade with tropical notes, lightly crushed mint, and a sparkling finish. This recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, brings together light rum, fresh lemonade, fresh mint leaves 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 190 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
- 3 oz fresh lemonade
- 8 fresh mint leaves
- 1 oz pineapple juice
- 1 oz club soda
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a mixing glass, gently muddle 8 fresh mint leaves to release their aroma without tearing them.
- Step 2: Add 2 oz light rum, 3 oz fresh lemonade, and 1 oz pineapple juice to the glass.
- Step 3: Fill the mixing glass with ice cubes and stir gently for 20 seconds to chill and combine flavors.
- Step 4: Strain into a tall Collins glass filled with crushed ice.
- Step 5: Top with 1 oz club soda for a light sparkle.
- Step 6: Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint and a thin lemon wheel clipped on the rim for visual appeal.






