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5 Captain Morgan Orange Vanilla Twist Recipes & Mixed Drinks

Last Updated on November 5, 2023 by Lydia Martin

One of the sought-after spirits today is the limited-edition Orange Vanilla Twist from Captain Morgan.

Bottled at low proof (30% ABV), expect the combo of vanilla and orange with a little booze.  

It makes a great starting point before diving deep into the world of rum, and while you can sip this straight, you should also try drinking it with mixers. 

Before getting used to the rum’s complexity, try these Captain Morgan Orange Vanilla Twist recipes for an appetizer. 

Top 5 Captain Morgan Orange Vanilla Twist Cocktail Drinks

1. Captain Creamsicle 

Captain Creamsicle Drink on a Table

Captain Morgan Orange Vanilla Twist tastes great with vodka and orange juice. Try this recipe, and you’ll find yourself wanting more. 

Prep Time: 2 mins.

Total Time: 2 mins.

Ingredients

  • One orange wedge
  • 0.5 oz orange juice
  • 0.5 oz vanilla vodka 
  • 4 oz Captain Morgan Orange Vanilla Twist

Instructions: In your shaker, combine all the liquid ingredients over ice. Shake well and strain in your glass. Garnish with an orange wedge and serve. 

Serving: 1

2. Orange Vanilla Twist & Coke

Orange Vanilla Twist & Coke Cocktail drink

Coke is a versatile mixer that pairs well with various alcoholic drinks, especially rum. So, why not enjoy it with this Captain Morgan Orange Vanilla Twist? 

“The only way that I could figure they could improve Coca Cola, one of life’s most delightful elixirs, which studies prove will heal the sick and occasionally raise the dead, is to put rum or bourbon in it.”

— Lewis Grizzard, American Writer.

Prep Time: 2 mins.

Total Time: 2 mins. 

Ingredients

  • 10 oz Captain Morgan Orange Vanilla Twist
  • 20 oz diet Coke
  • One orange wedge 

Instructions: Mix up Captain Morgan Orange Vanilla Twist and diet Coke in your serving glasses. If desired, garnish it with a fresh orange wedge for an added citrus flavor. 

Serving: 2

3. Orange Vanilla Twist & Ginger Ale

captain Morgan Orange Vanilla Twist and a cocktail drink

Want a more exceptional drink that you can prepare in a snap? Grab a bottle of Captain Morgan Orange Vanilla Twist and ginger ale to make a delectable treat. 

Prep Time: 2 mins.

Total Time: 2 mins. 

Ingredients

  • 10 oz club soda
  • 10 oz ginger ale
  • 10 oz Captain Morgan Orange Vanilla Twist 
  • One slice of orange

Instructions: In your cocktail glass, combine all the ingredients. Garnish it with a fresh slice of orange, and enjoy. 

Serving: 1

Fun Fact: Captain Morgan especially recommends their Orange Vanilla Twist to be mixed with ginger ale, orange slushie, and cola. 

4. Orange Vanilla Twist Slushie

Alcoholic beverage with tropical flavors? Make this Orange Vanilla Twist Slushie with Captain Morgan Orange Vanilla, fruit juices, and lime soda. 

Prep Time: 10 mins.

Total Time: 10 mins. 

Ingredients

  • One thinly sliced lime
  • ½ cup of lemon-lime soda
  • 1 cup of Captain Morgan Orange Vanilla Twist
  • 12 oz lemonade (frozen)
  • 12 oz juice concentrate (frozen)
  • 2 cups of pineapple juice

Instructions: Mix all the ingredients in your blender except for the lime slices. Blend until you get a smooth consistency, and pour the mixture onto glasses. Garnish each glass with a lime slice.

Serving: 4

5. Orange Vanilla Twist & Sprite

One of the favorite drinks among rum fanatics is this Orange Vanilla Twist & Sprite using the flavorful Captain Morgan Orange Vanilla. 

The lemon-lime flavor of Sprite tastes great with the orangy-vanilla flavor of this Captain Morgan flavored spirit. 

Prep Time: 2 mins.

Total Time: 2 mins.

Ingredients

  • 60 ml Captain Morgan Orange Vanilla Twist
  • One can of Sprite 

Instructions: Put some ice in your mixing glass. Pour the Captain Morgan Orange Vanilla Twist and top it with Sprite. Stir and transfer into your highball glass over ice. 

Serving: 1

FAQs 

What is Captain Morgan orange vanilla twist good with?

Captain Morgan Orange Vanilla Twist [1] is good to mix with ginger ale, Sprite, cola, and a fruit slushie. But it also tastes well with vanilla vodka. 

What soda tastes good with Captain Morgan orange vanilla twist?

Captain Morgan Orange Vanilla tastes good with club soda and lemon-lime soda, like Sprite. The sweetness and fizz add to the delicious flavor profile of the flavored rum. 

In Summary 

Captain Morgan [2] has been introducing flavored drinks, and they never missed combining orange and vanilla– making a superb drink that can be enjoyed straight or in cocktails. 

If you like their Cherry Vanilla, you’ll also like this Orange Vanilla Twist, and make tasty drinks if you want to chill. 

From the Captain Creamsicle to the Orange Vanilla Twist & Sprite, all the satisfyingly delicious and refreshing.

But you don’t have to limit yourself; feel free to experiment. 

References:

  1. https://www.myrecipes.com/news/captain-morgan-orange-vanilla-twist 
  2. https://www.marketingdive.com/news/captain-morgan-spice-NFL-sports-marketing/634568/ 

Lydia Martin

Lydia Martin hails from Redmond, Washington, where you’ll find some of the best cocktail bars and distilleries that offer a great mix of local drinks. She used to work as a bar manager in Paris and is a self-taught mixologist whose passion for crafting unique cocktails led her to create Liquor Laboratory. Lydia can whip up a mean Margarita in seconds! Contact at [email protected] or learn more about us here or feel free to give Lydia a tip.

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