Midnight Rum Runner
Midnight Rum Runner
- Level: Easy
- Prep: 10 min
This take on the classic Rum Runner gets an upgrade with the use of Luxardo Cherry syrup in place of grenadine. Mixing the liquors together ahead of time makes this tropical tasting cocktail easy to transport to your next party.
Ingredients
Tools
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Collins glass
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Jigger
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Bar spoon
How to Mix
- Combine the above ingredients in a glass bottle or jar and set aside.
- Once mixed store in a cool dark place of the fridge for up to 1 month.
- When ready to serve combine 1 part above mixture, ½ part orange juice, ½ part pineapple juice over ice
- Stir and enjoy.
If you're going to be 'on the run' a classic flask makes a great vessel to carry the make-ahead mix.
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