Bacardi

Bacardi Rum

The Bacardí Rum lineup is an incredible one. The collection is extensive, and the options are endless. Whether you're looking for something flavored or aged, Bacardí has you covered.

Let's learn about the start of Bacardí, its many flavors, and make some delicious Bacardí rum cocktails!

The Beginning of Bacardí

The Bacardi family story takes place in Santiago de Cuba. In 1862, Don Facundo Bacardí Massó had a dream of making rum. That dream led him to buy a distillery that would become the original Bacardi Distillery. It was a small distillery, but a distillery all the same. It got him started, and he started making rum.

After over a century and a half of rum-making, the Bacardí brand has become the most-awarded rum in the world. The Bacardi company remains family owned and dedicated to making quality rum through an extensive rum-making process. What began as a small dream with a small distillery became a worldwide sensation. Whether you've seen Bacardí Rum line the shelves at your local market or heard it in a song on the radio, Bacardí is everywhere, a global success.

Flavors On Flavors On Flavors

Bacardí is full of flavor, and there are a lot of Bacardí Rum flavors to back up that claim. Think of a flavor, and Bacardí probably has it!

Want something delicious and exotic? Grab some Bacardí Coconut Rum or Bacardí Tropical Rum. 

Looking for something a little more subtle? Try Bacardí Lime Rum or Bacardí Grapefruit Rum. They're refreshingly full of citrus flavor and work great in cocktails! 

However, at Bacardí, it's not just about the flavors. Bacardí makes several aged rums that come from the Bacardí family's private selection. They're complex, rich, and smooth. Definitely a must-try!

Here's a fun fact for you! After an unfortunate end to the Havana Club Company, Bacardí bought their original recipe and has continued making all Havana Club products. After over 160 years in rum-making, Bacardí continues to expand!

Canned Cocktails If You're On The Go

Canned cocktails seem to be a common trend lately, and the Bacardí brand makes some excellent on-the-go cocktails!

Bacardí certainly hasn't left you hanging on the canned cocktail front. They have an assortment of different cocktails to choose from. Bacardí canned cocktails are perfectly balanced and refreshing, made with Bacardí rum and natural flavors! A few options include the Mojito, Lime & Soda, and the Bahama Mama. If you're fond of anything lemon, try the Limón & Lemonade. It's sweet and tart, perfect for the summer when you're lounging poolside. 

Grab a 4-pack! You won't regret it!

Bacardi Rum Cocktails

Bacardí quickly became a delicious rum base for cocktails. Does the Cuba Libre cocktail sound familiar? After the Cuban War and before the official start of the Cuban government, the Cuba Libre cocktail was created in Havana, Cuba. In 1900, American soldiers decided to try a mix of Bacardi Superior Rum and Coca-Cola. It was a huge hit!

What are two cocktails you can't help but think of when you think of rum? I don't know about you, but I think of Piña Coladas and Mai Tais! They're just what you need on a warm sunny day!

Before we get started, I have some honorable mentions! White rum is delicious with lime and brown sugar! Or sometimes, it's as simple as mixing your rum with some club soda. If you want more rum cocktail inspiration, check out !

Piña Colada

Piña Coladas are just what you need when you're craving something cold, refreshing, and coconutty. It's creamy, tropical, and delicious. Here's what you'll need for the perfect Piña Colada:

• 4 oz pineapple juice

• 2 oz Bacardí Superior Rum

• 2 oz cream of coconut

• 1 pineapple wedge

• 1 maraschino cherry

INSTRUCTIONS

Get your blenders out and get ready to transport yourself to an island far away.

Add pineapple juice, Bacardí Superior Rum, cream of coconut, and a handful of crushed ice into your blender. Blend until smooth.

Pour your blended mixture into a tall glass. Garnish with a pineapple wedge and maraschino cherry. If you have a tropical umbrella, now is the time to use it. It'll elevate your cocktail and make it all the more festive! Serve and enjoy!

Mai Tai

Many people believe that the Mai Tai was created in Hawaii. That would make sense, given its tropical nature and all. However, the cocktail was invented at Trader Vic's Restaurant in Oakland, California.

Here's what you'll need for a marvelous Mai Tai:

• 1.5 oz Bacardí Superior Rum

• 1/2 oz orange curaçao

• 1/2 oz orgeat

• 1/2 oz lime juice

• 1/2 oz Bacardí Black Rum

• 1 lemon slice

• 1 sprig of mint

INSTRUCTIONS

Add Bacardí Superior Rum, orange curaçao, orgeat, lime juice, and a handful of ice in your cocktail shaker. Shake until well chilled, then strain over a cocktail glass filled with ice.

To achieve the gradient that Mai Tai's usually have, slowly pour your Bacardí Black Rum over the back of a spoon. (Bacardí Black Rum develops in heavily charred oak barrels, giving it a lovely, intense flavor palette.) Doing so will create the gradient you want.

Garnish with a lemon slice and a sprig of mint. Serve and enjoy!