With National Rum Day coming up on August 16, it's the perfect opportunity to celebrate one of the world's most beloved spirits.

We’re sharing a curated collection of rum-forward cocktail recipes from some of the world's most luxurious hotels and resorts. From tropical classics to elevated signature cocktails, these recipes are easy to recreate at home and offer a taste of paradise for the occasion.

📍Portsmouth, Dominica

Cocktail: Kwéyòl Sunset

Where to Sip: InterContinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa

In celebration of National Rum Day, InterContinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa invites guests to experience the spirit of the Caribbean at RumFire, home to the largest collection of house-made bush rums on the island of Dominica. Featuring 43 unique bush rum infusions crafted with locally sourced herbs, spices, and tropical fruits, RumFire offers guided rum tastings, interactive mixology classes, and signature cocktails that showcase the island's rich rum culture. This summer, guests can also enjoy Pure Heat, RumFire's seasonal happy hour available daily, featuring refreshing cocktails and vibrant island flavors. A standout from the menu is the Kwéyòl Sunset, a tropical blend of Fruity Bush Rum, Bacardi Gold, fresh pineapple juice, lime juice, rosemary syrup, and Angostura bitters, shaken to perfection and garnished with a fragrant rosemary sprig. Bright, citrusy, and infused with the flavors of the island, the Kwéyòl Sunset is the perfect way to raise a glass and celebrate National Rum Day in paradise.

Recipe: 1 oz Fruity Bush Rum, 1 oz Bacardi Gold Rum, 2 oz fresh pineapple juice, ¾ oz fresh lime juice, ½ oz rosemary syrup, and 2 dashes Angostura bitters. Shake all ingredients with ice and strain into a chilled coupe glass. Garnish with a fresh rosemary sprig.

📍New York City

Cocktail: City of Lights

Where to Sip: Muse New York

The Muse New York invites guests to raise a glass with the City of Lights, a polished tropical cocktail served at Little Opus, the hotel's intimate cocktail bar inspired by New York's vibrant energy. The cocktail blends Brugal 1888, Planteray Pineapple Rum, and Bacardí Superior with fresh pineapple juice, passion fruit purée, coconut purée, lime juice, simple syrup, a dash of sea salt, and tiki bitters for a drink that's vibrant, layered, and perfectly balanced. Served over ice in a Collins glass and finished with a classic sundae cherry, the City of Lights offers a refreshing escape that's equally at home on a rooftop terrace or in a sophisticated hotel lounge. Bright, smooth, and subtly spiced, it's the perfect cocktail to celebrate National Rum Day.

Recipe: ½ oz Brugal 1888, ½ oz Planetary Pineapple Rum, ½ oz Bacardí Superior, 2 oz fresh pineapple juice, 1 oz passion fruit purée (or juice), ¾ oz coconut purée, ½ oz fresh lime juice, ¼ oz simple syrup, a small dash of sea salt, and 3 drops of tiki bitters. Dry shake all ingredients, then add ice and shake again until well chilled. Strain into a Collins glass over fresh ice and garnish with a sundae cherry.

📍Maui, Hawaii

Cocktail: Maui Medicine

Where to Sip: Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa

Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa invites guests to raise a glass with the Maui Medicine, a tropical cocktail that captures the laid-back spirit of the islands. Crafted with locally made Kōloa Spiced Rum, cream of coconut, pineapple juice, and orange juice, the cocktail delivers a smooth blend of creamy sweetness and bright citrus flavors. Finished with a sprinkle of li hing mui, a beloved Hawaiian seasoning that adds a sweet-tart twist, the Maui Medicine is a refreshing island favorite and the perfect way to toast National Rum Day while soaking in the oceanfront views of Kaʻanapali Beach.

Recipe: 2 oz. Kōloa Spiced Rum, 1 oz. cream of coconut, 1 oz. pineapple juice, and 1 oz. orange juice. Fill a shaker with ice, add all ingredients, and shake well until chilled. Strain into a glass filled with fresh ice and garnish with a sprinkle of li hing mui.

📍New York City

Cocktail: Classic Daiquiri

Where to Sip: Hotel Seville NoMad

Hotel Seville NoMad invites guests to sip the timeless Classic Daiquiri at II Bar, the hotel's freshly renovated lobby bar. Made with Bacardí Superior Carta Blanca, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup, this refreshing classic highlights the clean, crisp flavors of premium rum with a perfectly balanced citrus finish. For those looking for a seasonal twist, the cocktail can also be prepared as a Strawberry Daiquiri with the addition of fresh strawberry purée. Whether stopping in for an after-work drink or a nightcap in the heart of NoMad, II Bar offers the perfect setting to celebrate National Rum Day with one of rum's most iconic cocktails.

Recipe: 2 oz. Bacardí Superior Carta Blanca, 1 oz. fresh lime juice, and ¾ oz. simple syrup. Shake all ingredients with ice until well chilled and strain into a chilled coupe glass. For a Strawberry Daiquiri, add 1 oz. fresh strawberry purée before shaking.

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(Credit: InterContinental Dominica Resort & Spa)cav

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(Credit: Muse New York)

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(Credit: Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa)

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(Credit: Hotel Seville NoMad)

📍The Maldives

Cocktail: Jungle Bird

Where to Sip: Vakkaru Maldives

In celebration of National Rum Day, Vakkaru Maldives invites guests to sip into the tropics with its signature Jungle Bird cocktail. This refreshing island-inspired creation pairs smooth white rum with sweet pineapple juice, hydrating coconut water, fragrant pandan syrup, and fresh lime juice for a vibrant balance of tropical flavors. Light, bright, and perfectly refreshing, the Jungle Bird captures the essence of a Maldivian escape, making it the ideal way to celebrate National Rum Day from paradise.

Recipe: 45 ml white rum, 60 ml pineapple juice, 30 ml coconut water, 15 ml pandan syrup, 20 ml fresh lime juice. Shake all ingredients over ice and strain into a chilled glass. Garnish with a pineapple leaf or fresh lime wheel, if desired.

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(Credit: Vakkaru Maldives)