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August 19, 2022August 19, 2022

Frozen Mango Daiquiri

Mango and rum just naturally seem to compliment each other (see Mango Mojito, Mango Colada, Spicy Mango Daiquiri, Rum and Mango Salsa, Mango Hurricane, Papaya Mango Rum Float). While perusing the shelves of the local liquor store, we found a mango fruit puree drink mix and thought we’d give it a try in a frozen daiquiri. So easy, cold and delicious! Definitely a go to drink when you need something cold and mangoey!

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Frozen Mango Daiquiri

Servings:

Ingredients

2 oz Gold or Aged Rum
4 oz Mango Puree Mix
1 oz Lime Juice
2 c Ice (up to 2 cups depending on your desired consistency)

Instructions

Pour all ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth. Pour into a glass.
Add 1/2 oz. dark rum as a floater, if desired.

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December 4, 2021December 5, 2021

Santa Sauce

Sometimes milk and cookies just don’t cut it. Here’s a recipe for a toasty, aromatic beverage that will warm you all the way down to your Christmas socks. I hear that even Santa is asking for a cup of this in lieu of milk. He says you can still serve the cookies though… You might want to double the batch, in case you want to join Santa in a glass or two!

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Santa Sauce

Servings:

Author: Rum Therapy

Ingredients

2 c Cranberry Juice (use unsweetened if you like your sauce less sweet!)
2 c Apple Cider
1/4 c Aged Rum (we used Cruzan Aged Dark Rum)
1/2 tsp Whole Cloves
1 Bay Leaf
2 Cinnamon Sticks
1/4 tsp Cardamom
1/4 tsp Coriander
2 Star Anise Pods
1/2 in Ginger (peeled and cut in half)
1/2 Orange (sliced)

Instructions

Add cranberry juice and apple cider to a saucepan and warm.
Add cloves, bay leaf, cinnamon sticks, cardamom, coriander, star anise, ginger and orange slices.
Cover and simmer on low up to 45 minutes.
Just before serving, add the rum and stir until just warm.
Strain into mugs and serve while warm.

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April 11, 2021October 10, 2022

Bananawhacker

If you’ve followed us for a while, you probably know of our affinity for Bushwackers. After all, how can you not be enamored with a combination of chocolate, rum, Bailey’s, Amaretto, (and a few other delicious ingredients)?

During a visit to Foxy’s on Jost Van Dyke several years ago, we noticed a Bananawhacker on the menu. We asked if it was similar to a Bushwacker and our server said, “Just try it. You’ll like it…”. We tried it and we definitely liked it. At least, as far as we remember. Equally as potent with an added banana component, these are da bomb.

Missing the islands, we’ve been going through photos of our travels recently and came across a photo of that visit to Foxy’s in 2015 when we started with a Chicken Roti (Foxy’s makes a good one!) and a Bananawhacker.

Realizing we had yet to post a Bananawhacker recipe, we found that Foxy’s is not the only location that features Bananawhackers. Pensacola, Florida, another place to score an amazing Bushwacker, also features Bananawhackers, or Bananawackers, depending on the location. The recipes all appear to be slightly different, but I’m sure you can’t go wrong with any of them. The recipe below is the closest we remember to Foxy’s Bananawhacker, so enjoy, but be careful – they are strong but so delicious!

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Bananawhacker

Servings:

Ingredients

1 medium Banana (ripe)
2 oz Gold or Aged Rum (we used Cruzan Aged Dark Rum)
1/2 oz Kahlua
1/2 oz Bailey's
1/2 oz Amaretto
1/2 oz Frangelico
up to 1 c Ice
Banana Slices
Freshly Grated Nutmeg

Instructions

Blend together the banana, rum, Kahlua, Bailey's, Amaretto, Frangelico and ice until very smooth. Start with less ice and add more as needed for consistency, but the more ice, the less taste.
Pour into a glass (this is similar to the one we used ), and garnish with freshly grated nutmeg and banana slices.

If you like this recipe, you may also like:
Bushwacker
Bushwacker Pudding Shots
Dirty Banana
Banana Daiquiri
Funky Monkey
BBC – Bailey’s Banana Colada

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December 29, 2020December 29, 2020

Rum Therapy’s Top 10 Rum Recipe Posts of 2020

It’s become a Rum Therapy annual tradition to summarize the 10 Most Visited Rum Therapy Island Posts of the Year and then follow it up with Rum Therapy’s Top 10 Rum Recipe Posts. If there ever was a year that people appreciated a good beverage, it would certainly be 2020 – and that was evidenced by the large amount of visits to our recipe posts!

So now, without further adieu, we present the countdown of Rum Therapy’s Top 10 Rum Recipe Posts of 2020!

10. Mango Hurricane

A delicious variation of the popular Hurricane, this recipe uses Mango Rum in addition to an aged Dark Rum. Delicious! Get the recipe here.

9. Sex On The Beach With Rum

So perhaps drinking wasn’t the only this on people’s mind in 2020? In 9th place is a version of Sex on the Beach using rum instead of the normal vodka. Better than the real thing? You be the judge… Recipe here.

8. Frozen Rum Runners

There are numerous recipes floating around for Rum Runners and they all look pretty good, but this recipe for a frozen version is one we especially enjoy during hot summer days. Get the recipe here.

7. Coconut Rum Punch

A delicious variation of a Rum Punch, this one is filled with coconuty goodness! Find the recipe here.

6. Funky Monkey

A Caribbean delight featuring a delectable combination of rum, banana, coconut and chocolate… Get the recipe here: Funky Monkey

5. Boozy Banana

Easy, cold and tropically delicious! Get the recipe here.

4. Caribbean Rum Punch

One of the easiest and most versatile rum recipes, the Caribbean Rum Punch can be changed up to include any fruit juice you have on hand. Get the recipe here.

3. Dark Mojito

The fact that this one was #3 this year was a bit of a shock. I mean, more visits than the The Perfect Mojito? Or these Mojito Variations? However you like your mojito, you can find a recipe for it on our website, and find the Dark Mojito Recipe here.

2. Miami Vice

The perfect combinatio of a Pina Colada and Strawberry Daiquiri. We like to call this one a “party in your mouth”! Get the recipe here.

1. Bushwacker

And #1 for the second year in a row, The Bushwacker!

With Coconut Rum, Bailey’s, Kahlua, Amaretto and chocolate, these taste like an adult milkshake, but watch out – they pack a punch!
Find the Bushwacker recipe here!

We’re looking forward to saying goodbye to this year, so Cheers to the end of 2020 and here’s many more rum recipes in 2021!

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December 2, 2020June 24, 2021

Rum Old-Fashioned

An Old-Fashioned is a classic drink that has been popular since the mid-1800’s. The typical Old-Fashioned is made with bourbon, but in this version, we tried Marque Reserve Rum, which is aged in bourbon barrels. Marque is made without any added sugars and so played nicely with a single brown sugar cube and the bitters. Enjoy!

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Rum Old-Fashioned

Servings:

Ingredients

2 oz Marque Reserve Rum
1 Cube Sugar (brown or Demerara)
2-3 dashes Agnostura Bitters
Orange Peel
Marashino Cherries (for garnish)

Instructions

Add the sugar cube and the bitters to glass and muddle.
Add ice and the rum and stir.
Squeeze a bit of orange peel into the mix.
Strain into a martini glass without ice and garnish with maraschino cherries.

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February 12, 2020June 24, 2021

Rum Berry Frosé

Currently, the Frose’ (Frozen Rosé) seems to be all the rage. To be honest, we weren’t sure why (partially frozen wine?), but we thought we’d give it a try and ended up enjoying the “fruit” of our labor! The color in this Rum Berry Frosé is perfect for a special Valentine’s Dinner and cold, slushy wine would taste pretty good on a hot summer day! It’s not as sweet as a Strawberry Daiquiri although you can sweeten it to taste with the simple sugar. Use a Rosé that you enjoy and that has a good color for best results. Enjoy!

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Rum Berry Frosé

Great for Valentine's Day or warm summer days, this variation of a Frosé is delicious and looks great!

Servings:

Ingredients

1 750 ml Bottle of Rosé
1 c. Frozen Strawberries
1/4 c. Strawberry Rum (a good white or silver rum could be used in place of the Strawberry Rum)
1/4 c. Simple Syrup (add a little at a time to taste)
1-2 Fresh Strawberries (for garnish)

Instructions

Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend 'til smooth.
Place mixture in the freezer for several hours until it's slushy in consistency.
Spoon into champagne glasses and garnish with a fresh strawberry slice.

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October 21, 2019July 9, 2021

6 Tasty Rum Recipes for Halloween

Do you like rum and Halloween? Are you looking for a couple of good rum cocktails for a spooky Halloween party or get-together? We’ve got you covered. Check out the “boo”zy recipes below. No tricks here – these 6 Tasty Rum Recipes for Halloween make rumtastic treats for adults!

A twist on the classic Dark ‘N Stormy, this easy and tasty variation makes a great Halloween party treat for grownups!
Dark and Spooky Recipe

Bloody good and easy to make, this deep red concoction will have your guests screaming with delight.
Spooky Rum Punch Recipe

Even if you’re not a fan of the age old Halloween staple, you may really dig this layered Candy Corn looking Jello Shot. With 3 types of rum, this recipe definitely makes an “adult treat”, but if you substitute water for the booze, it could make a tasty treat for the young goblins too!
Candy Corn Jello Shot Recipe

Thick, delicious and just pumpkiny enough, this “Boo”zy Pumpkin Shake probably has as many calories as the candy you’ll be sneaking out of your kiddos bags – but hey, who’s judging?! Pour me another, please!
Boozy Pumpkin Shake Recipe

The only thing scary about this drink is its name and the amount of rum it contains. Be careful for it will surely put you under its spell…
Voodoo Juice Recipe

Still looking for a Halloween cocktail that you can serve when you have friends for dinner…er…I mean have friends over for dinner? (insert evil laugh…) You might enjoy this one called The Slimer.
The Slimer Recipe

Hope you like our 6 Tasty Rum Recipes for Halloween!
Find more rum recipes for all occasions here!

May 28, 2015June 24, 2021

Bushwacker Pudding Shots

You can’t beat the taste of a frosty Bushwacker, especially from the top of Paradise Point in St. Thomas, or on beautiful White Bay, Jost Van Dyke at Ivan’s Stress Free Bar, but this little, easy to make delight sure comes close. They may be small, but they still have a pretty high alcohol content, so enjoy your pudding responsibly!

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Bushwacker Pudding Shots

Deliciously potent, please enjoy responsibly!

Course: Drinks

Servings:

Ingredients

1 pckg. Instant Chocolate Pudding
3/4 c. Milk
1/4 c. Coconut Rum
1/4 c. Kahlua
8 oz. Extra Creamy Cool Whip
Canned Whipped Cream
Chocolate Syrup
Nutmeg (A sprinkle of freshly ground nutmeg)

Instructions

Mix pudding and milk in a bowl with an electric mixer until smooth.
Beat in liquor.
Gently fold in Cool Whip.
Spoon into individual shot cups with lids (such as these: Plastic Jello Shot Cups with Lids) and keep in the freezer until ready to use.
Garnish with a squirt of whipped cream, a drizzle of chocolate syrup and a sprinkle of freshly grated nutmeg before serving.

August 16, 2013August 16, 2013

National Rum Day

Today is National Rum Day. Rum. That’s right, Rum has it’s own day.

Finding the Rhum on St. Barths

When we started the company Rum Therapy in 2010, we knew little more about rum than it was an ingredient in some of our favorite island cocktails; piña coladas, rum punch and painkillers, oh and bushwackers – can’t forget bushwackers… And that rum appeared in the lyrics of many Kenny Chesney and Jimmy Buffett songs. And that wherever you go in the islands, there’s rum.
That’s it.

Painkillers at the Soggy Dollar, Jost Van Dyke

See our list (and recipes!) of the 10 Best Tropical Rum Drinks

Since then, we’ve learned a lot more. I mean, when you start with virtually no knowledge of a subject, you’ve got a ways to go. We’re not experts by any means, like our friend Dave Russell of Rum Gallery, but we’ve learned more about how rum is distilled and different types of rum and what rums are good for sipping or mixing in cocktails and although it’s not our goal to become rum experts, we’re certainly up for the challenge of learning more about this spirit with a long and storied history.

Rum Punch at Happy Island, The Grenadines

So, we’ll continue to do the research (best done in the islands on beautiful beach or at a great beach bar or on a boat, don’t you think?) with the hope of continuing to provide the best rum experiences possible (cocktail recipes, best beach bars, best locations to sip tropical libations, distillery tours, etc., etc., etc.)

In the meantime, be sure to check out the plethora of rum recipes available on our website either by category or by picture (prepare to drool just a little):

Rum Recipes by Category

Rum Recipe Picture Directory

So today, let’s lift our glasses (of rum) to Rum.
Cheers Rum!

Rum Drinks at Hog Heaven, Virgin Gorda

April 24, 2013June 5, 2019

Calmos Café, St. Martin

Whether you just want to relax on the beach with your toes in the sand while sipping on your favorite beverage or to enjoy some tapas while watching the sun set over the bay, Calmos Cafe has you covered.

Located right on the beach on the French side in Grand Case, St. Martin, Calmos Cafe serves everything from fine wines to tropical rum concoctions and tasty fresh, local food to go with it.

We enjoyed some tapas along with a frozen rum drink called the Calmos (with peach and mango) and a Rhum Runner, all of which were excellent, but even more so as we enjoyed them while sitting just inches from the water while watching the sun set…

The atmosphere is warm and quiet most nights, but if you’re looking for more excitement, plan to visit on the nights they have a live salsa or reggae band.

Their motto: C’est La Vie – That’s life!

We got there early one evening and it was relatively uncrowded, but as the evening wore on, more and more people arrived snapping up all the tables and seats by the shoreline.