Tropical Spiced Rum Swizzle

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-25 · Updated 2026-05-25

A vibrant, spice-laden rum cocktail that layers tropical fruit juices with aromatic spices and crushed ice for a refreshing island escape. This recipe, ready in about 6 minutes, brings together dark spiced rum, fresh pineapple juice, and fresh lime 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 210 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Add this recipe to your weekly plan" 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 dark spiced rum
• 1 oz fresh pineapple juice
• 3/4 oz fresh lime juice
• 3/4 oz falernum
• 4 dashes angostura bitters
• 1 cup crushed ice
• 1 mint sprig
• 1 small pineapple wedge

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Fill a tall Collins glass halfway with crushed ice.
2. Step 2: Pour 2 oz dark spiced rum, 1 oz fresh pineapple juice, 3/4 oz fresh lime juice, and 3/4 oz falernum over the ice.
3. Step 3: Add 4 dashes of Angostura bitters on top.
4. Step 4: Using a swizzle stick or bar spoon, stir vigorously within the glass for about 20 seconds to chill and slightly dilute the cocktail while mixing.
5. Step 5: Top the glass with additional crushed ice to mound above the rim.
6. Step 6: Garnish with a fresh mint sprig tucked into the ice and a small pineapple wedge on the rim for a tropical presentation.