Rum is a versatile drink that can be enjoyed straight or on the rocks, but it can also be mixed with other ingredients to create delicious cocktails. Here are some of the best drinks to mix with rum:

• Tonic water: The bitterness of tonic water complements the sweetness and spice of rum, making it a great mixer for a refreshing drink. Add a slice of lemon and a few mint leaves to garnish.

• Lime or lemon juice: The bright, zesty flavors of lime or lemon contrast perfectly with the sweet, spiced flavors of rum to create a well-balanced drink thats refreshing, tropical, and infinitely drinkable. Add lime or lemon juice, mint, and sugar into a cocktail shaker and give it a vigorous shake for about 20 seconds. Add light rum and shake it again until its thoroughly combined.

• Ginger ale or ginger beer: The flavors of ginger ale or ginger beer and rum are such a perfect match that you can use any kind of rum for this drink. Add one part rum to three parts ginger ale, and if you want an extra bit of zest, add lime juice. Otherwise, simply garnish with lime.

• Pineapple juice: Pineapple juice is a classic choice that brings out the best in your rum. It provides a sweet and refreshing flavor and balances out the natural woody and floral notes commonly found in many gold and dark rums. Mix your preferred rum with pineapple juice over ice to make this drink, and garnish with a slice of lime.

• Cola: Rum and cola is a timeless classic, and its no wonder this combination has been around for over 100 years. The sweet, bitter taste of cola pairs perfectly with rum, creating a refreshing highball thats simple yet satisfying. Mix your preferred rum with cola over ice to make this drink, and garnish with a slice of lime.

• Orange juice: Orange juice is a great mixer for rum, and its easy to make. Simply mix your preferred rum with orange juice over ice, and garnish with a slice of orange.

• Coconut water: The subtle tropical flavor of coconut water pairs perfectly with the sweet and slightly spicy notes of rum, creating a drink thats both refreshing and satisfying. Mix your preferred rum with coconut water over ice to make this drink, and garnish with a slice of lime.

• Grapefruit juice: Grapefruit juice is an excellent drink to mix with rum – a classic and crisp combination that is easy to make. Simply combine grapefruit juice and light rum over ice, or add a splash of soda water for a lighter drink.

• Chocolate liqueur: Chocolate and rum just go together perfectly, which is why this drink works so well. Mix your preferred rum with chocolate liqueur over ice, and garnish with a slice of orange.

• Coffee liqueur: Coffee liqueur and rum make a delicious combination. Mix your preferred rum with coffee liqueur over ice, and garnish with a slice of orange.

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