Rum Cocktails

A selection of 50 rum recipes, from classic Caribbean Breeze, Continental and Bolero to new mixes such as Havana Bandana, Monkey Wrench and Hustler. A brief history of rum and the different types, cocktail equipment and the glasses to use.

How to mix fabulous drinks making the most of white, golden and dark rums. This superb little book contains 50 rum recipes, from best-loved blends such as Caribbean Breeze, Continental and Bolero to trendy new mixes such as Havana Bandana, Monkey Wrench and Hustler. The book’s introduction outlines the history of rum and its new-found popularity amongst cocktail connoisseurs; there is a mini guide to the different types of rum on the market, from white Bacardi, Jamaican golden and rich dark Navy rum to new artisinal spiced rums, and advice on cocktail-making equipment, glasses and tricks of the trade, such as crushing ice, frosting glasses, making fruit twists, and steeping white rum, as well as bartending tips, with expert suggestions for preparing and presenting drinks with professional-looking garnishes. From the traditional Daiquiri, Blue Hawaiian and Beach Peach to extravagant concoctions such as Jamaica Sunday, Goldilocks and Hurricane, each recipe explains the cocktail’s history and suggests suitable garnishes. Whether you are planning a fabulous cocktail party or seeking to impress your dinner guests with a cheeky aperitif, this book will help you enjoy rum in a myriad of ways.