Rum Runner
The Rum Runner is a classic tropical cocktail originating from the Florida Keys, known for its potent and fruity blend. It typically combines dark rum, blackberry brandy, various fruit juices like orange and pineapple, and is often finished with a splash of grenadine or a float of 151-proof rum. It's a signature drink of the Tiki bar culture that flourished in mid-20th century America.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
As a sweet, fruit-juice-based cocktail, the Rum Runner is high in carbohydrates, primarily from sugars. It provides minimal protein or fat and a single serving can contain a significant amount of calories, often ranging from 300 to 500 kcal depending on the recipe and portion size.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 380 kcal |
| Protein | 0.5 g |
| Carbs | 48 g |
| Fat | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g |
| Sugar | 42 g |
| Sodium | 10 mg |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg |
| Potassium | 180 mg |
| Manganese | 0.2 mg |
| Copper | 0.05 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1 mg |
| Folate | 20 µg |
| Magnesium | 12 mg |
| Phosphorus | 20 mg |
Per 1 cocktail (approx. 240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, the Rum Runner is a quintessential 'Tiki' drink, embodying the post-WWII American fascination with a romanticized, escapist version of Polynesian and Caribbean culture. Its name and potent mix are part of a lore that includes being created to use up excess liquor inventory at a specific Florida Keys resort.
