Rum · Rum
Hotel Nacional
A tropical rum cocktail with apricot brandy, pineapple, and lemon.
- Glass
- Coupe
- Technique
- Shaken
- Strength
- 18.2% ABV (estimated)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- 5 min
This refreshing drink balances the deep warmth of dark rum with the sweet, fruity notes of apricot brandy and pineapple juice. The sharp acidity of lemon juice cuts through the sweetness, creating a well-rounded profile that is both vibrant and smooth. Served in a coupe, it offers a sophisticated take on tropical flavours, perfect for those who enjoy a complex yet approachable spirit-forward cocktail with a distinct fruity character.
Ingredients
Method
Add 45 ml dark rum, 20 ml apricot brandy, 20 ml pineapple juice, and 15 ml lemon juice to a shaker filled with ice.
Dark rum 45 ml1½ oz4.5 cl Apricot brandy 20 ml0.7 oz2 cl Pineapple Juice 20 ml0.7 oz2 cl Lemon Juice 15 ml½ oz1.5 clShake vigorously for 10-15 seconds until the shaker is frosty and the mixture is well-chilled.
Double strain the cocktail into a chilled coupe glass to remove ice shards and pulp.
Garnish with a fresh pineapple wedge on the rim of the glass.
Garnish: Pineapple wedge
