Our favorite rum cocktails.

Our island inspires many recipes.

The island spirit can be felt in every cocktail we create. Look through the many flavors and ideas inspired by the island we call home.

Group of people enjoying Cruzan rum drinks and rum cocktails
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Mai Tai

Bright enough to bring the beachside bar home, and smooth as the ocean breeze, our Mai Tai cocktail is best served in your next relaxing get together.

Cruzan Mai Tai cocktail in a clear glass garnished with mint.
Cruzan Mai Tai cocktail in a clear glass garnished with mint set against a light oak barrel panel background with a brown paint swash.
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Daiquiri

The definition of a crowd pleaser, this cocktail can be found poolside or simply relaxing out back. The fresh and sweet taste is one everyone will appreciate.

Cruzan daiquiri in a clear class garnished with a slice of lime.
Cruzan daiquiri in a clear class garnished with a slice of lime set against a light oak barrel background with a muted tan paint swash.
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Piña Colada

A mix of Cruzan® Aged Dark, coconut and pineapple. This popular cocktail will always find good company among friends, and add a tropical flair to the evening.

Cruzan® Piña Colada in a clear glass garnished with a cherry and pineapple.
Cruzan® Piña Colada in a clear glass garnished with a cherry and pineapple set against a whitewashed wood background with a gold paint swash.
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Cruzan® Confusion

There’s nothing confusing about a great cocktail. Our signature drink, created on St. Croix, combines different rums and is perfect to pair with an afternoon with friends.

Cruzan® Confusion drink in a mason jar with a pineapple and mango garnish.
Set against a whitewashed wood background with a mango hued paint swash, the Cruzan® Confusion drink in a mason jar with a pineapple and mango garnish.
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Cruzan® Aged Light & Tonic

Keep things simple with the Cruzan® Aged Light & Tonic. With just a few select ingredients and the right company, this cocktail will fit right in with the next slow sunset.

Cruzan® Aged Light & Tonic made with Cruzan® Aged Light Rum in a tall, clear glass garnished with a lime wedge.
Cruzan® Aged Light & Tonic made with Cruzan® Aged Light Rum in a tall, clear glass garnished with a lime wedge set against a whitewashed wood background with a taupe paint swash.
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Queen’s Park Swizzle

The combination of fresh mint and Cruzan® Estate Diamond Dark Rum makes this classic cocktail an obvious choice for when you want to serve your friends something special.

Queen's Park Swizzle Cocktail in a Collins glass with a red, white and green layered look.
Queen's Park Swizzle Cocktail in a Collins glass with a red, white and green layered look set against a wood background with a dark red paint swash.
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Hurricane

Featuring the full-bodied, smooth taste of Cruzan® Rum, a hint of orange, pineapple and grenadine, this colorful concoction is ready for days you’re in a Mardi Gras state of mind.

Hurricane cocktail in a clear glass garnished with a pineapple and cherry.
Hurricane cocktail in a clear glass garnished with a pineapple and cherry.
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Mojito

This classic and refreshing cocktail is perfect for the end of a busy day. Cooling mint enhances the smooth flavor of Cruzan® Aged Light Rum, for a combination you can’t resist.

Mojito in a tall clear glass, garnished with a lime wedge and mint.
Mojito in a tall clear glass, garnished with a lime wedge and mint set against a whitewashed wood background with a taupe paint swash.
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Bay Breeze

Whether you’re relaxing on your back porch or watching a sunset from your roof, enjoy the calm breeze that inspired this flavorful cocktail.

Bay Breeze drink made with Cruzan® Aged Light Rum in a clear glass garnished with a strawberry and pineapple fronds.
Bay Breeze drink made with Cruzan® Aged Light Rum in a clear glass garnished with a strawberry and pineapple fronds set against a whitewashed wood background with a taupe paint swash.
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Jungle Bird

Bitter and sweet flavors blend with Cruzan® Black Strap Rum to create this unique island export that’s sure to find a perch at your next hangout.

Jungle Bird cocktail in a double old fashioned glass, garnished with pineapple fronds.
Wide shot of the Cruzan® Jungle Bird cocktail in a double old fashioned glass, garnished with pineapple fronds against a wood background with a black paint swash.
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Rum & Cola

Add a little Cruzan® Island Spiced Rum to your favorite cola and this simple recipe is perfect for a night out on the back porch with friends.

Rum & Cola cocktail in a clear glass garnished with a slice of lime.
Rum & Cola cocktail in a clear glass, garnished with a slice of lime against a whitewashed wood background and deep red paint swash.
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Hemingway Daiquiri

Bring a hint of the island life home with this exploration of Cruzan® Estate Diamond Light Rum and fruit flavors that will find its next adventure in a coupe glass near you.

Hemingway Daiquiri in a coupe glass, garnished with a lime wheel.
Hemingway Daiquiri in a coupe glass, garnished with a lime wheel set against a wood background with a dark blue paint swash.
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Spiced Hot Apple Cider

Tell your friends to pack their heatproof mugs this fall. Made to please a sweeter palate, this cocktail is perfect for those crisp, cozy days.

Hot apple cider mixed with Cruzan® Island Spiced Rum in a clear mug garnished with a cinnamon stick.
Hot apple cider mixed with Cruzan® Island Spiced Rum in a clear mug garnished with a cinnamon stick set against a whitewashed wood background with a deep red paint swash.
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Rum Old Fashioned

A classic found on the edge of a dimly lit bar can now be found in front of your bonfire with an added tropical twist.

Rum old fashioned cocktail in a clear glass, a dark rum drink.
The Cruzan rum old fashioned dark rum cocktail is set against darker oak barrel panels in the background with a blue paint swash.
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Cruzan® Aged Dark & Soda

Want a cocktail worthy of enjoying simple moments? Hardy Nelthropp’s drink of choice is a go-to for those seeking an easy way to enjoy the flavor of dark rum.

Cruzan® Aged Dark Rum and soda water in a tall clear glass garnished with a lime wedge.
Cruzan® Aged Dark Rum and soda water in a tall clear glass garnished with a lime wedge set against a whitewashed wood background and a gold paint swash.
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Blue Velvet

Mix together this vibrant and fruity reminder of our tropical shores. This cocktail is a sure sign of a great night on the deck with friends.

Cruzan® Blue Velvet cocktail in a clear glass garnished with berries and a lemon.
Cruzan® Blue Velvet cocktail in a clear glass garnished with berries and a lemon with a whitewashed wood background and blue paint swash.
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Sweet Tea

The signature drink of the South takes a detour to our island. With distinct flavors of citrus rum, lemonade and mint tea, it travels well to your next gathering.

Cruzan® Citrus Rum and tea cocktail in a tall clear glass garnished with mint and peaches.
Cruzan® Citrus Rum and tea cocktail in a tall clear glass garnished with mint and peaches.
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Black Strap Mai Tai

Pack some complex flavors into a simple evening with friends. This mai tai cocktail is topped with a heavier black strap rum, giving it an added richness.

Cruzan® Black Strap Mai Tai drink in a clear cocktail glass garnished with a pineapple wedge.
Cruzan® Black Strap Mai Tai drink in a clear cocktail glass garnished with a pineapple wedge set against a dark oak wood background with a black paint swash.
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Neat

All of our rums are great for sipping with a few friends, but some have been crafted to shine on their own.

Cruzan® Rum neat in a rocks glass.
Cruzan® Rum neat cocktail in a clear glass set against an oak barrel background with a blue paint swash.
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Coquito

This festive winter treat is always worth the wait. Grab your blender and make room in your refrigerator to put together the tropical rival to eggnog that guests love to unwrap.

Coquito cocktail garnished with a cinnamon stick in a rocks glass.
Coquito cocktail garnished with a cinnamon stick and shredded coconut in a rocks glass against a whitewashed wood background with a gold paint swash.
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Cruzan® Black Cherry Rum & Cola

For a relaxed evening with a little twist, this cocktail mixes the sweet taste of cherries and cola with a hint of lime.

Black Cherry Rum & Cola in a small cocktail glass garnished with a cherry.
Black Cherry Rum & Cola in a small cocktail glass garnished with a cherry set against a whitewashed wood background with a cherry red paint swash.
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Cruzan® Morning

Former President of Cruzan® Rum Ceddie Nelthropp’s drink of choice is a refreshing cocktail to share after a great morning spent with family and friends.

Cruzan® Morning cocktail, a light rum drink, in a rocks glass garnished with an orange peel and a black cherry.
Cruzan® Morning cocktail, a light rum drink, in a rocks glass garnished with an orange peel and a black cherry set against a whitewashed background with a taupe paint swash.
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Endless Summer Punch

Keep summer going with this tropical rum punch drink that’s great to share with those who want the sunshine to last a little while longer.

Endless Summer Punch cocktail in a clear glass garnished with pineapple.
Endless Summer Punch cocktail in a clear glass garnished with pineapple set against a whitewashed wood background and mango hued paint swash.
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Stormy Weather

Easy to make and ideal for evenings outside. This delicious mix of different rums and refreshing ginger beer is perfect for watching storms roll in on the horizon with friends.

Stormy Weather cocktail in a tall cocktail glass, garnished with a lime wedge.
Stormy Weather cocktail in a tall cocktail glass, garnished with a lime wedge set against a whitewashed wood background with a gold paint swash.
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Island Breeze

This tropical get together has almost every fruit flavor you can think of. Make this island keepsake for your friends and serve it in the shade of the afternoon sun.

Cruzan® Island Breeze cocktail garnished with citrus fruit and cranberries in a short glass.
Cruzan® Island Breeze cocktail garnished with citrus fruit and cranberries in a short glass set against a whitewashed wood background with a peach paint swash.
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Banana Nana

Nothing brings you and your friends straight back to the island like the simple and sweet flavor of banana. Sip this cocktail as if you’re hanging right by our shores.

Banana Nana cocktail in a clear rocks glass garnished with a banana slice.
Banana Nana cocktail in a clear rocks glass garnished with a banana slice set against a whitewashed wood background with a yellow paint swash.
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Rum Runner

Grab your rum bucket and put together a refreshing mix of island vibes that’s always ready to share with a group of friends. 

Rum Runner cocktail in a Cruzan® Rum bucket with drinking straws and garnished with a pineapple wedge and cherry.
Wide shot of the Rum Runner cocktail in a Cruzan® Rum bucket with drinking straws and garnished with a pineapple wedge and cherry set against a whitewashed wood background with a gold paint swash.
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Passion Punch

This bold mix of fruit juice, flavored and light rum goes well with a relaxing afternoon in the sun. Grab a tall glass and save everyone a seat in the shade.

Passion Punch in a tall glass, garnished with pineapple and an orange rind.
Passion Punch in a tall glass, garnished with pineapple and an orange rind set against a whitewashed wood background with a purple paint swash.
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Undertow

Named for the currents made by the waves that break on our shores, the Undertow is a simple mix of tropical flavor and spicy ginger. Perfect for just going where the evening takes you.

Undertow cocktail in a copper mule mug, garnished with a slice of lime.
Undertow cocktail in a copper mule mug, garnished with a slice of lime against a whitewashed wood background with a dark orange paint swash.
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Key Lime Pie

Serve up this sweet treat to your friends as you take this dessert inspired cocktail to your next getaway on the back patio or rooftop.

Key Lime Pie cocktail in a glass, garnished with mint.
Key Lime Pie cocktail in a glass, garnished with mint set against a whitewashed wood background with a lime green paint swash.
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Strawberry Basil Smash

This tasty and refreshing reminder of laid-back island life takes a little effort to put together but it's worth it when enjoyed poolside with friends.

Cruzan® Strawberry Basil Smash cocktail in a tall clear glass mixed with basil and sliced strawberries.
Cruzan® Strawberry Basil Smash cocktail in a tall clear glass mixed with basil and sliced strawberries set against a whitewashed wood background with a red paint swash.
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Guava Sidecar

Put together the perfect end-of-week cocktail. The Guava Sidecar is an easy way for you and your friends to mark the start of a great weekend.

Guava Sidecar cocktail served in a clear martini glass garnished with a lemon twist.
Guava Sidecar cocktail served in a clear martini glass garnished with a lemon twist against a whitewashed wood background with a lime green paint swash.

Keeping cocktails in the family.

Discover the favorite cocktails of the Nelthropps, the family that has helped Cruzan Rum flourish to this day.

Nelthropp family toasting with Cruzan Rum drinks.