What better way to celebrate Nation Rum Day than with a classic cocktail from the birthplace of rum! We're expanding on the traditional 1-4 measurement with a few dashes and a sprinkling of something new. So get your glasses out and remember the mix: One of sour, two of sweet, three of strong and four of weak.
You Will Need:
1 ounce of lime juice
2 ounces simple syrup
3 ounces of Plantation Rum
4 ounces of water
+ 1 ounce Maraschino cherry juice
and a dash Angostura bitters and freshly grated nutmeg
Let's Start Mixing:
Mix the lime juice, water and simple syrup. Combine the mixture with Maraschino cherry juice and Plantation Rum. Add the Angostura bitters and stir well. Sprinkle with grated nutmeg and garnish with Maraschino cherries and a lime wheel.