
Rum Old-fashioned
The old-fashioned template rebuilt on light rum, finished with a lime twist and a fiery teaspoon of 151 floated on top. Sugarcane depth with a dramatic final flourish.
26% ABVStrongCocktails
Medium
Difficulty
4 min
Time
180 Cal
Calories
Flavor profile
Rum
Strength
Sweet
Sour
Bitter
Taste values from the Pocket Bartender recipe catalog.
Ingredients
- Lime Peel(optional)Twist of
- Overproof Rum1 tsp
- Water1 tsp
- Powdered Sugar1/2 tsp
- Angostura Bitters1 dash
- White Rum1 ½ oz
Instructions
Stir powdered sugar, water, and bitters in an old-fashioned glass.
When sugar has dissolved add ice cubes and light rum.
Add the twist of lime peel.
Float 151 proof rum on top, and serve.
Pairs well with
Overproof rum swaps into the classic build, craving caramelized island flavors:
- Grilled pineapple bites
- Rum-glazed bacon
- Salted cashews
- Dark chocolate with coconut




