How to Make a Rum Runner

They say that the Rum Runner was born of one bartender's need to pour off leftover spirits. If that story holds true, then this is one of the greatest leftover mashups of all time. I'm just thankful that the bartender was into the tiki scene and out of pineapple juice (I'm allergic, it's terrible, I know). This rum-based, boozy concoction has hints of orange, banana and blackberry weaving through the warm molasses and crisp sweetness of the two rums. The last thing you'll be doing after one of these is running anywhere.

Rum Runner

1 oz Dark Rum
1 oz Light Rum
1 oz Creme De Banana
1 oz Blackberry Liqueur
1 oz Orange Juice
1/2 oz Lime Juice
1/2 oz Grenadine

Add ice, shake, strain into your favorite tiki mug over crushed ice, and garnish with the most ridiculous thing you can find. Flamingos, umbrellas, large hunks of citrus are all welcome. The bigger the garnish, the better the drink.


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