Rum Cooler
The Rum Cooler is a refreshing tropical cocktail, typically made with rum, fruit juices like pineapple and orange, and a splash of grenadine or soda water for fizz. It's a popular beach and resort drink, often associated with Caribbean and tiki bar culture.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
As a sweet, juice-based cocktail, it is high in carbohydrates from the sugars in the fruit juices and added sweeteners, with negligible protein or fat. A standard serving contains roughly 150-250 calories, primarily from alcohol and sugar.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 180 kcal |
| Protein | 0.2 g |
| Carbs | 25 g |
| Fat | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 22 g |
| Sodium | 10 mg |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg |
| Potassium | 120 mg |
| Magnesium | 8 mg |
| Calcium | 10 mg |
| Iron | 0.3 mg |
| Phosphorus | 15 mg |
| Manganese | 0.1 mg |
| Copper | 0.05 mg |
Per 1 cocktail (approx. 240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The Rum Cooler is a classic example of a 'long drink,' designed to be sipped slowly and enjoyed over ice in warm climates. Its vibrant, layered appearance from the grenadine sinking is a signature visual trait that makes it a popular choice for vacation and celebration settings.
