Cocktails are known the world over for easing guests into a party atmosphere and for enjoying at home with friends. Expert bartenders often mix them, but you can also make these delicious drinks on your own. Rum is one of the best liquors to use for cocktails. Try these rum cocktail recipes to get your creative juices flowing.

3 Simple Rum Cocktail Recipes

1. Strawberry Mojito (serves 6)

This is a classic mojito with a slight seasonal twist that’s quick to add and makes for a wonderfully refreshing drink.

The cocktail requires just seven ingredients: 

• 12oz white rum 
• 2 sprigs of mint 
• 10 medium-sized strawberries 
• 2 tbsp granulated sugar 
• 2 limes chopped 
• A handful of ice 
• 20oz soda water

Put the lime, strawberries, sugar, and mint together in the bottom of a large jug and muddle them together. Add the ice and pour the mixture over the soda water and white rum. The result is a refreshing combination of mintiness and sweetness that a lot of people say tastes like candy.

2. Lounge Lizard (serves 4)

If you’re looking for something a little darker and less fruity, go retro with a lounge lizard. This is another opportunity to use inexpensive and readily available ingredients that you can get at the local liquor store. 

This recipe calls for: 

• Ice 
• 6oz dark rum 
• 2oz amaretto liquor
• 16oz cola 
• Chopped lime for garnish 

Using a large jug filled with ice, pour out the rum and amaretto, followed by the cola. Stir it well, then add the lime garnish for extra flavor. The result is a slightly darker and sweeter take on a rum and coke with the amaretto adding a smoothness to the flavor.

3. Classic Daiquiri (serves 4)

Like a mojito, this drink can often end up as a mushy mess. Follow this simple recipe for a zesty and fresh drink that can be enjoyed by all. 

The ingredients are:

• 6oz light rum
• 3oz fresh lime juice
• 1oz simple syrup
• Ice

Pour the ingredients into a large jug filled with ice. Mix well before serving in a chilled cocktail glass. This one might need some tweaking. If it’s too sweet, you can add more lime. More syrup will balance out the drink if it’s too tart.

If you want to try those delicious rum recipes, visit Evergreen Liquor Store in Kalispell, MT, to pick up the key ingredients. For over 30 years, they’ve built an excellent reputation to go along with their ever-expanding inventory. Located across from McDonald’s, they specialize in local produce such as Montana’s finest vodkas and whiskeys and offer a constant array of discounts. For more information, call (406) 755-1408 or visit their website.