This would be a great cocktail for a ladies gathering - maybe liven up the endless bridal and baby showers a bit! Why is it we never share one of these...that's an even better question! This is most definitely a 'girls nite out' drink...we will have to plan one of these for my backyard when the weather is warmer. Still pretty too! The best way to truly understand a rum is to taste it for yourself. Squeezers. While I have never been a huge fan of rum, this drink may change my mind. BACARDI U.S.A., INC. CORAL GABLES, FL. Thank you so much for a great site. Will last about 2 weeks in the fridge without the vodka and about 2 months with. Great post. Created in 1862, BACARDÍ Reserva Ocho Rum is one of the oldest private rum blends in the world. Don't laugh if I show up on your doorstep slurring one day ;). Serving it over ice unlocks the classic scents of oak and fruit peels, while on the tongue, it’s sweet and rich. Ooh I love the color you achieved here in this concoction Barb. I would really like to taste my youth again! Love that you made your own grenadine for this, Barb! Oh My Goodness...I need one of these right now! This is not that. Created in 1862, BACARDÍ Reserva Ocho Rum is one of the oldest private rum blends in the world. It wasn't planned but my guest and I just loved that slight addition; not just to cut the rum but it added a nice effervescence. Rum is made using only three ingredients: molasses from sugarcane, yeast and water. That would be great Wendy...and the 'real' grenadine syrup makes it even better than I remember and so much prettier too. It's a lovely drink Gwen and I think rum is perfect with the sweet and sour components. It's true. Get your own Tropical Cocktail Kit plus a personalized BACARDÍ Superior bottle! Stunning photos!!! Cocktail kits. I don't really have it in me to start drinking cocktails at 10am before working for the day! :). Small world for sure:-) Cheers!! According to a story in the Washington Post in 1937, at the end of Prohibition, the Bacardi Cocktail began to unseat the Martini as the most favored cocktail, something most thought could never happen. I guess it's just the girly girl in me. I am a big fan of cocktails, and this one looks really delicious! The 'other' Grenadine is a bright pink concoction from dyes...this resulting burgundy syrup makes for a much richer end result. I would NEVER serve barcardi to a minor. Rum is a wonderfully complex and diverse spirit. Perhaps you visited a restaurant that did not have its own liquor license but rather, one that you could BYOB. Take inspiration from these classic rum cocktail recipes and make the drink that makes the moment. That result, using half sugar and half juice was in between pomegranate simple syrup and pomegranate molasses; it was thick and it was leading towards brown after cooking down with some orange added. Believe it or not...I've made the cocktails; made sure they lived up to a taste worth blogging about and then? BACARDÍ Reserva Ocho rum is a unique blend of the finest BACARDÍ rums patiently matured for eight years. Fast forward to my 28th year when I moved with my than husband from St. Louis to Raleigh, NC and to the relative jolt of going out for one of our first meals, ordering a cocktail and finding out about North Carolina’s dry laws. Jordan, ‘The Angel’s Share’ depicts the beauty and craft behind BACARDÍ…. I hope to have a summer Girls Nite Out at my home on the patio...seems Sunflower and Whole Foods might need you again? D*I*V*I*N*E !!!!! Rum is made using only three ingredients: molasses from sugarcane, yeast and water. Given the current restrictions on social gatherings, our festivals, music events and club nights are currently on hold. Our eight year old has discovered Shirley Temples and I never thought to make my own. I had never tried adding that bit of sparkling water but basically wanted to fill the glass a bit more and had some in the fridge..I sort of loved it! and it was as simple as just preparing the juice like a regular simple syrup, just enough heat to have the sugar melt…no cooking down this time around. I will definitely try your other recipes as well! That looks like a perfect weekend cocktail. Why is it that when I read your blog on Fridays I suddenly get thirsty? I doubt it will last for years; but maybe that's OK? Refrigerate. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. https://creative-culinary.com/bacardi-cocktail-on-the-rocks-recipe/, 1 cup fresh or bottled Pomegranate juice (I used Pom Wonderful which was wonderful! Today that seems the opposite of good practice if you want to curtail drinking but it stopped me cold. Discover everything you need to create standout BACARDÍ cocktails. I hope you do Amy and please let me know what you think..I just think I'm glad I re-discovered it after so many years! Famous for carved wooden masks, brightly lit torches and coconut cups, the Tiki cocktail certainly has a unique flare. I have always been pretty controlling with my alcohol intake; I love a good cocktail but my mother was an alcoholic so I've never romanticized the notion of getting drunk and dealing with her as a young adult gave the whole notion of over-imbibing a totally different perspective if you can imagine! A soft sway, or a lively dance. ), 1 tsp vodka (this is optional but does help to preserve it longer. I myself would love to share a Barcardi Cocktail with you :) The addition of real grenadine takes this over the top my friend. That would go down real easy right now. Serving it over ice unlocks the classic scents of oak and fruit peels, while on the tongue, it’s sweet and rich. I'm going to have to try this cocktail, as this is the first time I'm even hearing about it! BY VOL. I believe it had grenadine in it and was not the simple rum and pink lemonade so often listed. Fill an old fashioned glass with a single large ice cube. Must try it this summer:). Yummy! You "Rock" Happy Hour Fridays! You can use the POM juice for so many things too; salad dressings and marinades come to mind. Dark can be bold, sweet (or dry) and even smoky, gold is rich and soothing, and white is smooth, subtle and often refreshing. So, we could drive around with an open bottle of bourbon in the car but could not order a mixed drink at a bar. I’m Barbara Kiebel, the cook, photographer, author, and everyday eater at Creative Culinary. BACARDÍ Reserva Ocho on the rocks. I've heard that before and I'm OK with that title. Especially the home made grenadine syrup, I'd never thought to make my own at home, but your recipe is so simple. This had to be red (or at least burgundy!) BACARDI U.S.A., INC. CORAL GABLES, FL. I love actually meeting people I connect with on Twitter...one day it will be you I hope. Bacardi rum reminds me one of the grandaughters went to grad school with J and had parties with an open bar. Discover everything you need to create standout BACARDÍ cocktails. Why yes, I can do that! RUM – 40% ALC. Looks magnificent. From the Moscow Mule to the Tom Collins, find your ice-filled drink and start mixing. Sometimes one cocktail is enough... but usually it takes two (maybe three) for me to be satisfied. Learn how your comment data is processed. :-). To tell you the truth...have some of the sparkling water on hand. Squeezers.