• Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar

A Communal Table

  • Home
  • About
    • Privacy Policy
    • Work with Me
  • Recipes
  • Cocktails
  • Cuisines
  • Recipe Box

Home » Recipes » Rum

Published: Jul 31, 2015 · Modified: Mar 6, 2019 by Nancy · This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads

Limeade Rum Fizz

Jump to Recipe Print Recipe

An infused simple syrup of with tropical flavors is the secret to this refreshing Limeade Rum Fizz cocktail.

An infused simple syrup of with tropical flavors  is the secret to this refreshing Limeade Rum Fizz cocktail. Lime, spices, rum... do I really need to say anymore??? Probably not, but I'm going to!!

Yes, it's a rum drink.. on A Communal Table! If you've been reading for a bit - you might have guessed I am not really a rum drinker.  The Rum cocktails I've had are too sweet for my taste and too complicated.

And honestly, does anyone think that a cocktail named "Zombie" is a good  idea?

So what in the  world possessed me to create a rum based cocktail?

A Book.

The inspiration for this Limeade Rum Fizz came from Cradle of Flavor - James Oseland's cookbook covering the Spice Islands - Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore.  I'm not well versed in the cuisines of that part of the world, but it's always peaked my interest and, as a lecturer on food and culture, I definitely need to expand my knowledge!

There are an enormous number of drool worthy recipes in this book, but one that caught my eye was for a warm spiced limeade known as Bandrek. Made with fresh lime juice, lemongrass, cinnamon, cloves and ginger and sugar, it sounded delicious. Although normally served hot in the North Sumatran highlands, Oseland also recommended serving it over ice.

An infused simple syrup of with tropical flavors  is the secret to this refreshing Limeade Rum Fizz cocktail.

So, of course I thought.... cocktail!!!! After scoring some very fresh lemongrass at the farmer's market, I decided to make a simple syrup and infuse it with the lemongrass, cinnamon, cloves and ginger. The rest of cocktail was easy - fresh lime juice, white rum and sparkling water to finish.

And I have to say, it exceeded my expectations! This Limeade Rum Fizz was everything I think a "tropical drink" should be.  Not too sweet, with a great balance of spiciness that brings out the flavors of the rum and a nice hit of lime to smooth things out.

An infused simple syrup of with tropical flavors  is the secret to this refreshing Limeade Rum Fizz cocktail.

Now, if I only had a pool or oceanfront view to sip this by, I'd be set..... (sigh)

A girl can dream, right?

limeade rum fizz

Limeade Rum Fizz

If you aren't imbibing (or are serving someone who isn't!) this drink is delicious even without the rum!
5 from 1 vote
Print Pin Rate Add to Collection Go to Collections
Course: Cocktails
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Cook Time: 6 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 21 minutes
Servings: 1
Calories: 64kcal
Author: Nancy Buchanan

Ingredients

  • For the Syrup:
  • ½ cup water
  • ½ cup demerara or light brown sugar
  • 3 lemongrass stalks - outer leaves stripped and base crushed with a rolling pin
  • 2 cinnamon sticks
  • 4 whole cloves
  • one 2 inch piece of fresh ginger peeled and bruised
  • For Limeade Rum Fizz
  • 1 oz. fresh lime juice
  • ½ oz. Spiced Syrup
  • 2 oz. white rum
  • 3 - 4 oz. sparking water
  • ice
  • mint sprig optional
  • lime slice optional

Instructions

  • For the syrup: combine all the ingredients in a small saucepan and heat over medium high heat. Cook until the sugar is completely dissolved - about 6 minutes. Remove from heat and let infuse for 1 hour. Strain into a container. Refrigerate if not using immediately.
  • For the Limeade Rum Fizz
  • Add the lime juice, syrup and rum to a cocktail shaker. Fill with ice. Shake for 30 seconds and strain into an ice filled collins glass. Top off with sparkling water. Garnish with fresh mint and a lime slice if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 64kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 0g | Fat: 0g | Saturated Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 17mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin C: 8.5mg | Calcium: 70mg | Iron: 1.1mg
YOU KNOW I WANT TO SEE IT!Mention @Acommunaltable or tag #acommunaltable!

More Easy Rum Cocktails

  • Dark Rum Mojito
  • Rum Sour Cocktail
  • Rum and Ginger Beer- A Rum Moscow Mule
  • Pina Colada with a twist

Reader Interactions

Comments

  1. pam says

    August 11, 2015 at 7:43 am

    5 stars
    Oh this sounds delicious and I want those straws!! I would love it if you would link it up to Tipsy Tuesday - a weekly cocktail link up at Tipsy Tuesday.

    Reply
    • Nancy says

      August 11, 2015 at 8:30 pm

      Thanks Pam!! Will check out Tipsy Tuesday!!!

      Reply

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Recipe Rating




Primary Sidebar

SALUD, BONJOUR AND CIAO!
Hi, I’m Nancy Buchanan! At A Communal Table, you’ll find simple, delicious recipes inspired by world cuisine.

With my step-by-step instructions, tips, and tricks, I invite you to explore the world…one plate at a time!
Care to know more?

Popular recipes

  • Rum Sour Cocktail
  • Easy Yogurt Flatbreads
  • Easy, Cheesy Savory Bread Pudding
  • Chicken Contadina Recipe

Winter Warmers

  • Provencale Braised Top Round Roast
  • Barley Risotto with Italian Sausage and Peppers
  • One Pan Moroccan Lemon Olive Chicken
  • Chicken Marbella with Boneless Thighs

Footer

↑ back to top

Affiliate Disclaimer

As an Amazon Associate and Affiliate Marketer, I earn from qualifying purchases. If you click a product affiliate link on A Communal Table and make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no additional cost to you, ever!  I own every cooking product I recommend and love how they perform. Happy Cooking!

As seen in


Please Follow Me

  • Pinterest
  • Instagram
  • Facebook

Reader Favorites

  • Blackberry Fool
  • Sweet and Spicy Gin Mule
  • Asian Edamame Salad with Ginger Dressing

Copyright © 2021 ♥︎ A Communal Table ♥︎ Privacy Policy ♥︎Accessibility Statement