JUNE: RUM FANCY

The star of this month’s kit is Plantation’s Stiggins' Fancy Pineapple Dark Rum, an aged spirit with historic roots as far back as the 1700s. Not to be confused with an overly sweet flavored spirit, this rum features subtle pineapple notes due to infusing Plantation’s lush dark rum with Queen Victoria pineapples and then aging for 3 months.

While this rum is named after Charles Dickens’ pineapple rum loving character, Reverend Stiggins, we’ve collected a variety of simple cocktails that any character will love. Enjoy a complex Daiquiri, unique variations on the Mojito, Dark N’ Stormy, and Rum Old Fashioned, as well as the tropical variation on the Missionary's Downfall with our kit ingredients.

To complement dark rum, we’re including  Blank Slate Kitchen’s Palm Sugar Rich Simple Syrup. Similar to honey or maple syrup, the natural caramel and vanilla sweetness of the palm sugar is a perfect fit for the smoky, tropical notes of dark rum. Get a pop of brightness from Cocktail Punk’s Cherry Bitters, with vibrant cherry, a hint of vanilla, and subtle spice that harmonizes with the oak flavors in dark spirits. Next, mix with Yes Cocktail Co.’s Ginger Citrus Cocktail Mixer for your new favorite Dark N’ Stormy (and Moscow Mule or Whiskey Sour, if you’re able to share with other spirits).

For our Mixers and Premium subscribers, we’re including Morris Kitchen’s Pineapple Lime Mixer, made with fresh pineapple and lime and featuring a hint of aromatic bitters. Along with the other kit ingredients, It pairs well with aged rum and tequila.

Our Premium subscribers will also receive Neisson Rhum Agricole Blanc Martinique, a vibrant, award-winning (98 points with Wine Enthusiast) white agricole rhum. Pair it with the Plantation Pineapple Dark Rum to make a delicious Pineapple Express cocktail, originally created by Freddie Sarkis for The Broken Shaker in Chicago, IL.

 COCKTAIL KIT INGREDIENTS:

• Stiggins' Fancy Plantation Pineapple Dark Rum (750ml)*
• Blank Slate Kitchen Palm Sugar Rich Simple Syrup (8oz)
• Cocktail Punk Cherry Bitters (2oz)
• Yes Cocktail Co. Ginger Citrus Cocktail Mixer (16oz)
• Cocktail napkins
• Featured cocktail recipe cards, as well as additional cocktail recipes & food pairing ideas

*Based on availability to your location. May be substituted with a similar high quality brand.