Rum & Lemon Dealer
Time: 10 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Servings: 1 serving
Bright citrus meets clean Caribbean rum and a smooth ribbon of sweet heat. Crisp, refreshing and just spicy enough to keep things interesting.
Preparation
- 1
Make the syrup. Combine the spicy honey and hot water in equal parts and stir until fully dissolved. Let it cool a little.
- 2
Build the cocktail. In a shaker with ice, add the rum, lemon juice and spicy honey syrup.
- 3
Shake to chill. Shake vigorously for 10–15 seconds.
- 4
Strain and serve. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass or a rocks glass with fresh ice.
- 5
Garnish. Rest a dried red chilli on the rim or on top of the drink.
Chef's tips
- —Herbal note: add a few basil leaves before shaking.
- —Sparkling finish: top with soda water for a lighter version.
- —Tropical twist: add 15 ml of pineapple juice for island energy.
- —Serve with light seafood or tropical snacks.
