Island Breeze Highball
This spirited highball brings together the smooth, aromatic notes of aged rum with the crispness of Diet Coke, all brightened by a zesty lime. It's a simple pleasure that feels like a mini-vacation in a glass.
Ingredients
- 2 oz Aged Rum
- 6 oz Diet Coke
- 1 Lime wedge
Instructions
- Fill a highball glass with ice.
- Pour in the aged rum.
- Top generously with Diet Coke.
- Squeeze the lime wedge over the drink and drop it in.
- Stir gently to integrate the flavors.
Glassware: Highball
Garnish: Lime wedge
History
A riff on the ubiquitous Rum & Coke, this version leans into aged rum for added depth and complexity. The pairing with Diet Coke maintains a lighter profile, making it a popular choice for easy sipping.