Jingle Bell Rum Smash

This festive cocktail, the Jingle Bell Rum Smash, is a delightful blend of aged rum, freshly squeezed grapefruit juice, and a house-made cranberry syrup. It's a fruity and spiced concoction that's perfect for holiday entertaining. The combination of the rum's rich and smooth flavors, the refreshing citrusy notes of grapefruit, and the sweet-tartness of cranberries creates a sensational drink that brings the holiday spirit to any gathering.

Jingle Bell Rum Smash

A delightful blend of aged rum, freshly squeezed grapefruit juice, and house-made cranberry syrup, the Jingle Bell Rum Smash is a perfect fruity and spiced cocktail for holiday entertaining.

4.95 from 83 votes
Prep Time 3 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Total Time 18 mins

Ingredients

  • 2 ounces Cruzan single-barrel rum
  • 1 1/2 ounces freshly squeezed grapefruit juice
  • 3/4 ounce cranberry syrup
  • 2 dashes Angostura bitters
  • Garnish: grapefruit twist

Instructions

  1. In a shaker with ice, combine the rum, grapefruit juice, cranberry syrup, and bitters.
  2. Shake the mixture until well-chilled.
  3. Strain the cocktail into a chilled glass or coupe.
  4. Garnish with a twist of grapefruit.