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2 Ingredient Rum Drinks: 15 Recipes (2024 Updated)

2 Ingredient Rum Drinks

Rum is a popular and versatile spirit; you don’t need to mess with it to enjoy its taste. It is best to keep rum cocktails simple, and with these 2-ingredient rum drinks, you don’t need to spend hours slaving over the bar counter. 

These rum drinks are inexpensive, and you can whip them up instantly. Read on. 

Top 15 Awesome 2 Ingredient Rum Drinks 

15. Abominable Snowman 

Abominable Snowman is a blue, sweet, festive, and frosty rum drink perfect for all winter festivities; plus, you only need two ingredients. 

  • 1 bottle of blue cream soda
  • 1 ½ – 2 oz RumChata
  • Sparkling Sanding Sugar (Optional)

Get a highball glass with ice, add sugar on the rim if you have it, and then pour the RumChata. Slowly pour blue cream soda over Rumchata to fill the glass. 

14. Total Solar Eclipse

Total Solar Eclipse glass drink with ice and lime

Total Solar Eclipse is a rum drink named after the total eclipse that was visible in the USA in 2017, but you don’t need to wait for the next eclipse to enjoy this rum [1] cocktail. 

  • 1.5 oz Dark Rum
  • 4 oz Orange Pop or Sparkling Clementine 
  • Orange Slice (for garnish)

In a cocktail glass with ice, pour Orange Pop or Sparkling Clementine. Gently pour the dark rum on top and finish it with an orange slice. 

13. Island Limeade

glass of island limeade on a table

Island Limeade is similar to Ti’ Punch, but it is less rustic and has a refreshing taste.

  • Homemade Lime Juice or Limeade
  • Dark Rum

In a glass with ice, pour the dark rum. Slowly pour the homemade lime juice or limeade over the dark rum and ice to make an island-theme cocktail. 

Read: Dark Rum vs White Rum

12. Rum Orange

rum orange juice on a grey background

If you want a refreshing and tasty rum cocktail, try the Rum Orange. 

  • 1 tbsp orange marmalade
  • 2 oz rum
  • 1 Lime wedge (garnish)

In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine the ingredients and shake vigorously for at least 30 seconds. Strain in a cocktail glass, squeeze the lime wedge and top the drink off. 

Read: Popular Rum Drinks To Order At A Bar

11. Rum & Tonic

close up shot of Rum & Tonic drink with lime, mint leaves, with ice

Rum and Tonic is a quick and easy rum drink that gives a refreshing spin on the classic cocktail G&T. 

  • 2 oz dark or aged rum
  • 4 oz Tonic water
  • 1 lime wedge (garnish)

In a highball glass, pour the rum. Pour the tonic water on the bar spoon to increase the bubble and stir before serving with a lime wedge on top. 

10. Berry Blue Malibu Jello Shots

Berry Blue Malibu Jello Shots on a glass serving tray

Jello shots can make a celebration more special, and you can make one using two ingredients.

  • 1 3-oz Berry Blue jello
  • ⅔ cup Malibu Rum 
  • Water

Mix the berry blue jello in one cup of boiling water until it dissolves. Combine the coconut rum and ⅓ cup cold water and mix thoroughly. Pour into jello shot cups and refrigerate for 2-4 hours. But how many jello shots will get you drunk?

9. Dark & Stormy

2 glasses of Dark & Stormy cocktail drink

Dark and Stormy can be your go-to cocktail, especially if you don’t want to measure a handful of ingredients. 

  • 1 ½ – 2 oz Dark rum
  • Ginger beer
  • Lime wedge (Optional)

Add rum in a low-ball glass filled with ice and top it off with ginger beer. Stir to mix, then serve. 

8. RumChata Eggnog 

2 glasses of RumChata Eggnog with cinnamon stick on a woooden table

You don’t need to spend so much time making delicious cocktails because you can make one using a pre-made rum cocktail. 

  • 2 oz RumChata
  • 4 oz eggnog
  • Whipped Cream & Ground nutmeg (for garnish)

Combine the RumChata and eggnog. Top it off with whipped cream and ground nutmeg if desired. But is rum or bourbon better for eggnog?

7. Jelly Donut Shot

glasses of Jelly Donut Shot

Jelly Donut Shot is a sweet and fun 2-ingredient rum drink that is perfect for different occasions. 

  • 1 oz RumChata
  • 1 oz Chambord

Pour Chambord in a double-shot glass. Slowly pour the Rumchata using the back of a bar spoon. Shoot immediately. 

6. Ti’ Punch

Ti’ Punch came from the French Caribbean Island of Martinique. It is known for its funkier taste, and there are different ways to serve and enjoy it. 

  • ¼ oz Cane syrup
  • 2 oz Rhum Agricole
  • Lime Disc (optional)

Combine cane syrup and Rhum Agricole in a glass and give it a quick stir. Squeeze in the lime and add ice before serving.

5. Low-Calorie Pina Colada 

2 glasses of Pina Colada with fruits

If you are counting calories, you don’t have to cheat on your diet to enjoy a tasty and refreshing rum drink. 

  • 1 can pineapple-flavored sparkling water (sugar-free)
  • 1.5 oz Coconut spiced rum
  • 1 slice of fresh pineapple (optional)

In a glass filled with ice, pour the rum and top it off with pineapple sparkling water. Garnish the drink with a pineapple wedge if desired. 

4. Raspberry Lemonade 

Raspberry Lemonade  cocktail glass garnished with lemon and strawberry

If you want something light, refreshing, and simple cocktail drink, you cannot go wrong with Raspberry Lemonade. 

  • 1 oz Coconut Malibu Rum
  • 8 oz Simple Raspberry Lemonade

In a cocktail shaker, combine the ingredients with ice and shake well. Strain in a highball glass with ice and garnish with fresh raspberry if desired. 

3. Apple Cider Slush with Spiced Rum

glass of Apple Cider Slush with Spiced Rum on a wooden table

Apple Cider Slush with Spiced Rum is full of amazing flavors, and it will surely impress your family and friends. 

  • 64 oz Apple Cider
  • 12 oz Spiced Rum

In a large container, combine apple cider and spiced rum. Freeze in a container for 24 hours and serve frozen. 

2. Malibu Slush

Malibu Slush is best to drink on a hot day. It is refreshing and delicious with a little kick. 

  • 1 ¼ cup Frozen Lychee juice (cubes)
  • 2 tbsp Malibu Rum

Combine the ingredients in a blender and blend for 30 seconds. Pour in a glass, then serve immediately. 

1. Cuba Libre 

glass of Cuba Libre with lots of ice and lime

Cuba Libre is a popular rum cocktail that has been going strong for over 100 years.

  • 2 shots of dark rum
  • Coke 
  • Lime wedge (garnish)

Pour the dark rum into a glass with ice. Fill the glass with coke and top it off with a lime wedge. 

FAQs 

What mixes well with rum?

Rum mixes well with citrus mixers like lemon, lime, and pineapple. It also goes well with Club soda, tonic water, coke, and ginger beer. 

What can you mix with dark rum?

You can mix dark rum with orange, lemon, lime, or pineapple juice. Dark rum has spicier and sweeter notes [2], plus It will taste great as it looks. 

What is the best way to drink rum?

The best way to drink rum is by adding a splash of water or with mixers. It helps mellow out the spirit’s flavor and does not overpower other mixers. But does rum go bad when opened?

Can you give examples of 2 ingredient rum drinks? 

Examples of 2 ingredient rum drinks include the classic Rum and Coke (or Cuba Libre) made with rum and cola, as well as the popular Dark ‘n’ Stormy made with rum and ginger beer.

Why are 2 ingredient rum drinks popular? 

2 ingredient rum drinks are popular for their simplicity and versatility, allowing people to enjoy flavorful cocktails without the need for complicated recipes or extensive ingredients.

Are there variations of 2 ingredient rum drinks?

Absolutely! While the classic Rum and Coke and Dark ‘n’ Stormy are timeless favorites, you can also experiment with different mixers like fruit juices, flavored sodas, or even coconut water to create your own unique 2 ingredient rum drinks.

Can I make 2 ingredient rum drinks with different types of rum?

Yes! 2 ingredient rum drinks can be made with various types of rum, including white rum, dark rum, spiced rum, or flavored rum, depending on your taste preferences and the flavor profile you want to achieve.

Are 2 ingredient rum drinks suitable for parties or gatherings? 

Definitely! 2 ingredient rum drinks are perfect for parties or gatherings because they’re easy to prepare in large batches, allowing you to spend more time enjoying the company of your guests.

In Conclusion

The 2-ingredient rum drinks are easy to make, and all the ingredients are widely available at home or in grocery stores. Cocktail drinks don’t have to be complicated; you only need the right ingredients. 

Which rum drink are you excited to try?

References:

  1. https://www.britannica.com/topic/rum-liquor 
  2. https://www.thespruceeats.com/introduction-to-rum-760702 
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