Homemade Spiced Rum

Making your own spiced rum is a fine way to add a truly unique spirit to your liquor shelf, or to better appreciate the art of crafting a fine spiced rum. It is also easier than you might think. Start with 750mL of Papagayo Platinum Rum in a 1L glass jar. Add a wood stave, which…

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Hot Buttered Rum

Hot buttered rum is an American tradition dating back to colonial times, and a surefire hit at any holiday-season gathering. It’s also an ideal party cocktail because it can be prepared ahead of time. The first step is to make a batter. Combine 8 ounces (2 sticks) of organic butter with 1.5 cups brown sugar,…

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The Pear Tree 14

The taste and texture of fresh pears enliven this fruit martini. Shake 3 ounces of Vodka 14 and an equal amount of fresh puree of pears in a martini shaker with ice (in the absence of a blender, organic pear nectar may be substituted). Pour strained mixture into a chilled martini glass. Sprinkle with fresh…

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The Nightcap

This simple cocktail makes the perfect conclusion to an evening. In a coffee mug, mix 2 ounces of Papagayo Platinum Rum, 1 teaspoon of simple syrup, and 4 ounces of warm organic milk. Top off with grated cinnamon or nutmeg…

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The Spiced Apple Harvest

This delicious and simple recipes comes to us from Mac Thurston at Mac’s Beer & Wine in Atlanta. Start with 1.5 ounces of Papagayo Spiced Rum in a mixer. Add 2 ounces of fresh apple cider, 2 dashes of Fee Brothers Peach Bitters, and a pinch of ground nutmeg. Shake over ice and serve on…

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