Captain Morgan Tropical Rum Cocktail

This Captain Morgan Tropical Rum Cocktail also known as a Springtime Sunset Cocktail is amazing! It’s fruity and refreshing, and it looks as good as it tastes. With its unique flavor and beautiful colors, this drink will definitely make you smile. It’s the perfect way to celebrate the arrival of spring!

What Does This Cocktail Taste Like?

This cocktail is fruity, refreshing, and a little bit tropical. The grapefruit rum, orange juice, and pineapple juice blends together to create a bright and zesty citrus flavor.

The grenadine adds a touch of sweetness and color and the Grapefruit Rum adds a subtle warmth and a hint of spice to the drink. It’s delicious!

Ingredients For Making This Tropical Rum Cocktail

grapefruit rum
orange juice
pineapple juice
splash grenadine

Get the full ingredient list and full instructions in the printable recipe card below.

Recipe Highlights

It’s bursting with flavor! The mix of grapefruit rum, orange juice, and pineapple juice creates a super fruity and refreshing taste.
It’s perfect for any occasion! Whether you’re relaxing by the pool, celebrating with friends, or just enjoying a quiet evening at home, this drink is always a good idea.
It’s easy to make! You only need a few simple ingredients, and it comes together in minutes. No fancy bartending skills required!
It’s beautiful! With its vibrant colors, this cocktail is a feast for the eyes as well as the taste buds.
It’s unique! The combination of grapefruit rum and tropical juices makes this drink stand out from the crowd.

Do I have to use Captain Morgan Grapefruit Rum to Make This?

No, you can use whatever grapefruit rum you have on hand or can find.

Can I use different juices to make this cocktail?

Yes! Of course! We encourage you to try different things and make it your own. We love it like this, but you might prefer something different.

Can I add coconut rum or plain rum to this recipe?

Yes you can add or substitute the rum in the recipe for another rum or flavor – the flavor will be different but I bet still delicious!

What fruit goes best with rum?

If you’d like to switch up the fruit juices, the best fruit is orange juice, mango juice, passion fruit juice, or cranberry juice, can also make an excellent rum cocktail.

What Can I Pair with This Cocktail?

Seafood:
The tanginess of drinks like this one, goes great with seafood. Think shrimp, prawns, fish tacos, or ceviche.
Tropical Fruits:
This cocktails fruity flavors are delicious with all kinds of tropical fruits, like sliced pineapple, mango, and coconut. Try them fresh, grilled, or even dried! Serve with a rum-infused caramel sauce or drizzle them with honey.
Creamy Cheeses:
Rum Cocktails are a perfect match for creamy cheeses, like Brie, Camembert, Boursin, Feta or Cream Cheese.
Crunchy and Flavorful Snacks:
This cocktail also goes great with snacks that have a nice crunch. Think chips and crackers.
It’s also delicious with snacks that have a mix of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors.

Tips and Tricks for the Best Tropical Rum Cocktail

Alright, let’s get mixing! Here are some tips and tricks for making awesome rum cocktails with fruit juices:

Choose the Right Rum

You can choose whatever type of rum you want for this cocktail – we chose grapefruit rum, but it would also be amazing with spiced rum or a dark rum.

White rum: This is a good all-around choice, especially for lighter, more refreshing drinks.
Dark rum: This has a richer, more intense flavor that’s great for cocktails with bolder flavors.
Spiced rum: This adds some extra spice and warmth to your drinks.

Juice It Up!

We know it’s a pain to juice fruit fresh, but it always makes a better cocktail. You absolutely do not have to.

Fresh is best: If you can, use freshly squeezed juice. It tastes way better than the stuff from a carton.
Mix and match: Don’t be afraid to experiment with different juice combinations! Pineapple, orange, mango, and guava all go great with this grapefruit rum cocktail.

Kick it Up a Notch

Simple syrup: This is just sugar and water, and it’s an easy way to sweeten your cocktails if you don’t feel its sweet enough.
Liqueurs: Add a splash of something like orange liqueur or coconut cream liqueur for some extra flavor.
Fresh herbs: A sprig of mint or a few basil leaves can add a fresh, aromatic touch to this delicious tropical rum cocktail.

Chill Out

Use lots of ice: This will keep your drink nice and cold. It just feels much more refreshing that way.
Chill your glasses: Pop your glasses in the freezer for a few minutes before you make your drinks.

Shake or Stir?

Shake: The best way to make this cocktail is to shake it without ice in a cocktail shaker.
Stir: If you don’t have a cocktail shaker, simply stir well.

Most importantly: Have fun and experiment! Try different combinations of rum, juices, and other ingredients to find your favorite flavors.

Ready to make your own Captain Morgan Springtime Sunset?

What’s your favorite thing to do for mommy time? Do you have a favorite drink with Rum? Will you be trying the Captain Morgan Springtime Sunset?

Tell me about it in the comments below!

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