Florida Keys tiki bars first popularized the Rum Runner, a tropical cocktail layering Malibu coconut rum and blackberry brandy with orange, pineapple, and cranberry juices. The multiple juices build a vibrant medley of tropical and berry flavours over the coconut-sweetened rum, while the blackberry brandy adds a darker fruit depth. Mixed in the glass with ice, it is undemanding to assemble despite its several components. At a relatively low alcohol level for its sweetness, it reads as a fruit-driven beach drink, and its association with Keys tiki culture has secured it a place as a staple of that bar tradition rather than as a spirit-forward cocktail.
On this page
Rum Runner
材料
- Malibu rum 1 1/2 oz
- Blackberry Brandy 1 oz
- Orange juice 3-4 oz
- Pineapple juice 3-4 oz
- Cranberry Juice 3-4 oz
手順
Mix all ingredients in glass & add ice.
ラム・ランナーは、禁酒法時代の密輸業者からインスピレーションを得たトロピカルカクテルです。ラム、バナナリキュール、ブラックベリーブランデー、パイナップルジュース、オレンジジュースが調和し、甘くフルーティーなトロピカルな味わいを生み出します。
History & Origins
The Rum Runner is most commonly attributed to the Holiday Isle Tiki Bar in Islamorada, Florida, where it was reportedly created in the 1950s to use up excess bottles of rum. The recipe has since proliferated and diverged into many regional variations, making the original formula disputed. The name itself evokes Prohibition-era smugglers who transported rum from the Caribbean into the United States.
Tasting Notes
Aroma: Sweet coconut and tropical fruit from the Malibu and pineapple juice, with a berry note from the blackberry brandy. Palate: Juicy and sweet, with layers of pineapple, orange, and tart cranberry balanced by the coconut rum's sweetness and the brandy's dark berry character. Finish: Light and fruity with a lingering tropical sweetness.
Pro Tip
Shake all ingredients well with ice to fully blend the multiple juice components, then pour over fresh ice in the serving glass.
Frequently Asked Questions
What ingredients make up a Rum Runner cocktail?
The Rum Runner is a tropical tiki-inspired cocktail made with Malibu coconut rum, blackberry brandy, orange juice, pineapple juice, and cranberry juice. The combination of coconut rum and blackberry brandy creates a fruity, layered spirit base, while the three juices contribute bright tropical sweetness, tartness, and vivid red-pink color. It is a classic Florida Keys cocktail known for its vibrant appearance and fruit-forward flavor.
How is a Rum Runner traditionally served?
Shake or blend Malibu, blackberry brandy, and juices with ice until well combined, then pour into a large hurricane or tiki glass over crushed ice. Some versions are blended to a slushie consistency for a frozen variation popular at beach bars. Garnish with an orange slice, cherry, and a cocktail umbrella for the full tropical presentation.
Where did the Rum Runner cocktail originate?
The Rum Runner was created at the Holiday Isle Tiki Bar in Islamorada in the Florida Keys during the 1950s, reportedly when the bar found itself overstocked with rum-based liqueurs and needed to move inventory. The name is a nod to the Prohibition-era rum smugglers who ran contraband liquor along the Florida Keys coastline. It has since become an iconic symbol of Florida's beach bar culture and the tiki cocktail movement.
Embed on your site — CocktailFYI
Add the widget to any webpage using a script tag.
<div data-cocktailfyi="recipe" data-slug="rum-runner"></div>
<script src="https://cdn.jsdelivr.net/npm/cocktailfyi-embed@1/dist/embed.min.js" defer></script>Embed using a standard iframe — works in any CMS.
<iframe src="https://cocktailfyi.com/iframe/recipe/rum-runner/" width="100%" height="480" frameborder="0" loading="lazy" title="CocktailFYI recipe widget"></iframe>Paste the URL into WordPress, Medium, or any oEmbed-aware editor.
https://cocktailfyi.com/recipes/rum-runner/Add a badge linking back to CocktailFYI.
<a href="https://cocktailfyi.com/recipes/rum-runner/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">
<img src="https://cocktailfyi.com/badge/site.svg" alt="CocktailFYI" height="20">
</a>
Use the CocktailFYI WordPress plugin shortcode.
[drinkfyi-recipe site="cocktailfyi" slug="rum-runner"]Use as a native HTML custom element in modern browsers.
<cocktailfyi-recipe slug="rum-runner" theme="light"></cocktailfyi-recipe>
<script src="https://cdn.jsdelivr.net/npm/cocktailfyi-embed@1/dist/embed.min.js" defer></script>Powered by CocktailFYI
Docs →