Rum Riff Raff

Daiquiri/Classic Sours & Riffs • December 16, 2025

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A photo of the Rum Riff Raff cocktail containing Planteray 3 Stars White Rum, Campari Aperitivo, Freshly squeezed lemon juice, Honey water (3 honey to 1 water), India pale ale (IPA) beer in a Old-Fashioned.

Curiada Ingredients

1.67 fl oz Planteray 3 Stars White Rum or alternative
0.33 fl oz Campari Aperitivo or alternative

Other Ingredients

0.50 fl oz Freshly squeezed lemon juice
0.50 fl oz Honey water (3 honey to 1 water)
1.00 fl oz India pale ale (IPA) beer

Directions

Add ice to shaker
Add all ingredients except beer to shaker
Shake well with ice
Fill old-fashioned glass with ice preferably block ice
Strain mixture into ice-filled glass
Top up with beer
Garnish with grapefruit zest twist

Cocktail Description

This attention-grabbing crimson cocktail combines the bitter punch of Campari with the tropical brightness of white rum, creating a drink that beautifully balances sweet, bitter, and tangy notes.

The Rum Riff Raff delivers a complex flavor profile with the citrusy lemon juice cutting through the honey's sweetness, while the IPA beer adds a pleasant hoppy dimension and effervescence. It's surprisingly refreshing despite its complexity, with the grapefruit garnish adding an aromatic citrus burst that ties everything together. Perfect for summer gatherings or as a pre-dinner drink, this cocktail works equally well for casual backyard barbecues or more sophisticated cocktail hours. While it requires several ingredients and a proper shake, it's relatively straightforward to prepare even for novice home bartenders. The Rum Riff Raff pairs brilliantly with spicy foods like buffalo wings or Thai cuisine, as the sweetness from the honey and the bitterness from the Campari help tame the heat while complementing the bold flavors.