Rum & Ruby Fizz

Highballs & Collinses July 08, 2026

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A photo of the Rum & Ruby Fizz cocktail containing Flor de Caña 4 Year Old Añejo Oro Rum, Freshly squeezed pink grapefruit juice in a Collins.

Other Ingredients

  • Top up with Freshly squeezed pink grapefruit juice

Directions

  • Fill Collins glass with ice
  • Pour rum into glass
  • Top with grapefruit juice
  • Stir gently
  • Serve with straws

Cocktail Description

This refreshing highball proves that sometimes the best cocktails are the ones you can shake together in about thirty seconds flat.

The Rum & Ruby Fizz brings together smooth Nicaraguan gold rum with the bright, bittersweet punch of pink grapefruit juice in a combination that's both simple and surprisingly sophisticated. The Flor de Caña 4 Year Old Añejo Oro adds just enough caramel sweetness and vanilla notes to soften the grapefruit's natural tartness without making things cloying. You'll get a drink that's citrus-forward but balanced, with enough depth to keep you coming back for another sip. Building it is genuinely effortless—just pour rum over ice in a Collins glass, top with freshly squeezed juice, give it a quick stir, and you're done. This makes it perfect for backyard barbecues, poolside afternoons, or any weekend brunch where you want something more interesting than a mimosa but don't want to play bartender all day. The bright, clean flavors pair beautifully with grilled fish tacos, ceviche, jerk chicken, or a simple shrimp salad—anything with a little spice or citrus will find a friend in this fizz.

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