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11 Popular Captain Morgan Cocktails to Drink

Captain Morgan Cocktail

Rely on Captain Morgan to bring the Caribbean touch to your drinks. You’ll find these cocktails smooth and slightly sweet, ideal with many mixers. Perfect for beach parties, relaxing evenings, or when you’re just craving something refreshing. They capture the essence of a laid-back, tropical atmosphere in every sip. If you enjoy a casual, island-inspired vibe in your beverages, these Captain Morgan creations are a must-try. Definitely take a look at the full roundup for more delicious inspiration.

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Strawberry Rum Rita

Strawberry Rum Rita

Sunshine and bold cocktails tend to go hand in hand, and the Strawberry Rum Rita delivers exactly that vibe. The first time I made this drink, it was for a backyard get together where everyone expected margaritas. Instead, I brought out this rum based twist, and it immediately got attention. The chili lime rim, the fresh strawberry garnish, and the warm spice from Captain Morgan made it stand out in the best way.

Strawberry Rum Rita

Ingredients
  

Method
 

  1. Add the ingredients and ice into a shaker, and shake vigorously.
  2. Strain into a chili lime seasoning rimmed rocks Glass over fresh ice cubes.
  3. Garnish with fresh strawberry and/or Lemon Slice.

Spiced Velvet

Spiced Velvet

Pumpkin puree, spiced rum, vanilla almond milk, RumChata, and pumpkin pie spice give the Spiced Velvet a creamy, lightly spiced flavor that fits naturally into fall and holiday drinking. The drink stays smooth and dessert-like, but the rum keeps it from feeling flat. This Spiced Velvet cocktail is a good fit for anyone who likes pumpkin drinks but wants something colder and lighter than a hot coffee cocktail. The almond milk softens the richer liqueur, while the pumpkin puree gives the drink a clear seasonal flavor.

Spiced Velvet

Method
 

  1. Add pumpkin puree, rum, almond milk, and RumChata to a shaker
  2. Add ice, shake for 20 seconds, and strain into a martini glass
  3. Top with pumpkin pie spice. Cheers!

Cable Car

Cable Car

Making a Cable Car cocktail is relatively easy, and you don’t need many ingredients to make it. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to make a perfect Cable Car cocktail:

Cable Car

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 oz spiced rum Kraken, Cruzan, Bacardi, or Captain Morgan Spiced Rum
  • 3/4 oz orange curaçao Marie Brizard Orange Curaçao, Cointreau, or Grand Marnier
  • 1 1/2 oz fresh lemon sour or 1 oz fresh lemon juice and 1/2 oz simple syrup
  • Cinnamon sugar for rimming the glass
  • Orange peel spiral or orange twist for garnish

Method
 

  1. Rim a chilled cocktail glass with cinnamon sugar by rubbing the rim of the glass with a lemon wedge and then dipping it into a mixture of cinnamon and sugar.
  2. In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, pour the spiced rum, orange curaçao, and fresh lemon sour.
  3. Shake well until the shaker is frosty and cold.
  4. Double-strain the mixture into the chilled glass.
  5. Garnish with an orange peel spiral or orange twist.

Captain Morgan’s Cream Soda

Captain Morgan's Cream Soda
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This cream soda twist on a classic Captain Morgan drink is a delicious and light cocktail. You’ll need some spiced rum and a bit of Triple Sec, and you’ll be good to go. This three-ingredient cocktail is ideal for beginners who don’t want to deal with a tricky recipe. It has pineapple flavors with creamy undertones.


Captain & Loco Coconut Cocktail

Captain & Loco Coconut Cocktail
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The Captain & Loco Coconut Cocktail is a creamy coconut drink for a quiet party with friends. It only uses two ingredients, and the beverage is an ideal recipe for beginning mixers. Use the Captain Morgan Original Spiced Rum to make this Caribbean beach drink. The subtle hints of spice will delight your guests.


Red Peach Pirate

red peach pirate
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Bring the Red Peach Pirate mix to your next summer gathering. It uses Captain Morgan Spiced Rum and peach schnapps to create a fruity, spicy drink your friends will love. The drink has hints of orange and grenadine. You can customize it by adding garnishes like cherries or sliced peaches.


Captain Morgan & Orange Juice

Captain Morgan & Orange Juice
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This Captain Morgan & Orange Juice drink is a warming beverage for your next gathering. It has hints of citrus and makes me feel like I’m on a beach by the coast. Use Captain Morgan Dark Rum to mix this easy drink.


Captain Morgan Rum Pineapple Cocktail

Captain Morgan Rum Pineapple Cocktail
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Don’t miss this pineapple-infused drink. The Captain Morgan Rum Pineapple Cocktail is a real crowd-pleaser and is easy to make. I like this cocktail because it doesn’t require fancy appliances. Also, you can add any toppings you desire, from cherries to aloe leaves.


Captain & Ginger Cocktail

Captain & Ginger Cocktail
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Try the Captain & Ginger Cocktail, a ginger ale-based drink that pairs well with a light meal. This cocktail only uses two ingredients. I like it for the fragrant notes of spice and citrus.


Electric Shark

Electric Shark
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End a fun night with the Electric Shark, a bright blue drink with Captain Morgan rum and blue curacao. The drink has complex flavors, and I love the combination of pineapple, orange, and fresh ginger.


Captain & Coke

rum and coke with lime

The rum and coke is a classic 2 ingredient cocktail. Add a lime, and it’s considered a Cuba Libre. You can use any rum in a rum and coke, but Captain Morgan is a popular choice to pair with Coca Cola. Using spiced rum adds extra flavor to your rum and coke that you won’t get with a white rum. Order a Captain & Coke at any bar and the bartender will know what you’re looking for! You can enjoy this drink with or without a lime, but always use plenty of ice.

11 Popular Captain Morgan Cocktails to Drink
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Written by Paul Kushner

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