Rum Sour

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Rum Sour

This rum sour cocktail is the perfect blend of sweet and sour and has a coconut twist that adds a creaminess to this cocktail. Enjoy it as a fun cocktail to share at your next party. 

This Rum Sour is a lush twist on a classic staple. It features spiced rum and coconut cream, creating a rich and creamy cocktail that is a true delight to drink.

This recipe uses aquafaba (the juice from a can of chickpeas), an egg-free alternative to egg whites. I like using aquafaba when prepping this drink ahead.

It works beautifully and still provides the signature thick foam that blankets the top of the drink. Egg whites could still easily be swapped for aquafaba 1:1. I’ve included tips for both egg white and aquafaba in the recipe notes.

This cocktail is an absolute delight and will surely be a favorite at your next gathering! 

Rum Sour Ingredients

This cocktail uses a few simple ingredients. You can use bottled lemon juice if fresh is not available.

• some ice
• spiced rum
• aquafaba (or liquid egg whites)
• freshly squeezed lemon juice
• coconut cream
• some garnishes like cherries, lemon slices, & mint leaves

How to Make a Rum Sour

Add ice to a cocktail shaker.

Add spiced rum, aquafaba, lemon juice, and coconut cream to the shaker and shake vigorously for at least 30 seconds.

Pour the cocktail into a couple of glasses.

Garnish as desired and serve cold.

If you prefer egg whites, you can do so easily by swapping them for the aquafaba 1:1. A large egg has about 1 ounce of egg white.

What is aquafaba?

Aquafaba is the drained liquid from a can of chickpeas. It is an excellent alternative to egg whites.

Making it ahead

If you’d like to make these rum sours in advance (i.e., more than 48 hours ahead), it’s ideal to use aquafaba. Egg whites would not be safe to consume after that time. When making ahead, I recommend leaving the lemon juice out of the mixture until you’re ready to shake and serve.

What can I use instead of coconut cream?

The coconut cream gives this spiced rum sour a rich, creamy flavor and texture, but you may use regular simple syrup, honey, or agave nectar in its place if you prefer

More cocktails to try

• Grapefruit Mimosa
• Blood Orange Cocktail
• Strawberry Paloma
• Passionfruit Paloma
• Peach Raspberry Martini

What do you think of this amazing rum sour cocktail recipe? What would you serve with this drink? Let me know in the comment section below. 

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Happy entertaining!

Rum Sour Recipe