From bold, tropical riffs to spirit-forward sips, each cocktail shows the depth and elegance of Rhum Barbancourt through the lens of our top bartenders.
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“The idea of this drink is to complement the flavors and spice of Haitian food by being herbaceous and refreshing. *Epis* is a Haitian condiment used as the start of seasoning in many dishes, commonly a blend of herbs, garlic, and peppers but varies from household to household; I’ve used that as inspiration for the sweetener. The banana peel and herbs enhance the florality and green notes of the Rhum, as well as play into the slight spice the Rhum has on the palate and peppery notes on the finish. Both Rhum Barbancourt and *epis* represent the culture and people of Haiti. A vibrant drink to showcase the star of the show, Rhum Barbancourt. The name is a nod to Rhum Barbancourt’s original distillery and their logo.”
“This cocktail is bright, citrusy, and tropical with a light kiss of smoke from the tea liqueur, perfect for a sunny day sitting on a patio or a day at the beach. The inspiration behind this cocktail was to create something approachable but non-traditional using seasonal flavors found at my local farmers market that accentuate the tropical taste profile of this beautiful Haitian rum while providing a unique flavor profile for guests to enjoy and talk about with their friends.”
The inspiration for this cocktail was to create something that highlighted Rhum Barbancourt’s high proof without it being too abrasive for the everyday consumer. White Crème De Cacao provides sweetness while also implementing a soft texture that allows for the Cocchi Americano to amplify the floral and vegetal notes of the Rhum. Citrus binds the flavor of the cocktail while the grated coffee bean as garnish implants a subtle bitter profile that allows for this drink to be sipped, savored, and enjoyed as a full spectrum of textures and flavors.
“I live in bourbon country. Where I live and work, most people don’t drink much rum, and if they do, they want the flavor “hidden” as much as possible. This cocktail is meant to challenge that assumption. With this drink, I try to highlight the beautiful tropical fruit notes, the refreshing grassiness of the sugar cane, and the terroir of Haiti that Dupré Barbancourt and his company have bottled for over 150 years! I didn’t want to do much to the rhum, just truly highlight the best aspects and make a lovely tropical ‘old fashioned’ type cocktail for the summer.”
“My cocktail, ISLAND OF LOST SOULS enhances the delicious floral and citrus notes of Barbancourt Haitian Proof White Rum. It’s lovely, tropical, and refreshing! You can just feel the island breeze in every sip!”
- Combine liquid ingredients except for sparkling rosé in a shaker with ice.
- Shake and fine strain into a large coupe.
- Top with sparkling rosé and garnish with an edible flower.
