Acai Rum Smash

Duos & Trios (Liqueur Forward) • July 01, 2026

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A photo of the Acai Rum Smash cocktail containing Small ripe strawberries (hulled), Planteray 3 Stars White Rum, Cedilla Acai Liqueur, Giffard Sugar Cane Syrup (Sirop Sucre de Canne), Single cream / half-and-half in a Martini.

Curiada Ingredients

Other Ingredients

  • 3.00 fresh Small ripe strawberries (hulled)
  • 0.25 fl oz Giffard Sugar Cane Syrup (Sirop Sucre de Canne)
  • 0.50 fl oz Single cream / half-and-half

Directions

  • Muddle strawberries in base of shaker
  • Add other ingredients to shaker
  • Add ice to shaker
  • Shake well
  • Fine strain into chilled martini glass
  • Garnish rim with strawberry crowned with tip of mint sprig

Cocktail Description

This Brazilian-inspired beauty brings together fresh muddled strawberries, white rum, and the exotic purple depths of acai liqueur for a creamy, fruity drink that tastes like summer vacation in a glass.

The Acai Rum Smash balances bright strawberry sweetness with the clean bite of white rum and the slightly tart, berry-forward character of acai liqueur, while a splash of cream smooths everything into a luscious, dessert-like sipper. The sugar cane syrup adds a touch of tropical sweetness that ties the whole thing together without making it cloying. This is the kind of drink you'd want at a summer garden party or anytime you're in the mood for something fruity and indulgent without being too heavy. Making it requires just a bit of muddling and shaking—nothing too complicated, though you'll want to fine strain it to keep any strawberry seeds from sneaking into your glass. The creamy, fruit-forward profile makes it a natural match for lighter desserts like panna cotta, fruit tarts, or even a simple bowl of fresh berries with whipped cream. If you're feeling adventurous, try it alongside grilled shrimp or a mild white fish with mango salsa—the cream and fruit flavors play surprisingly well with seafood.