Next Wednesday, August 16, is National Rum Day—and that needs no explanation. To celebrate, follow the masses and drink some of the tastiest rum drinks in the Magic City. To help you get started, read below for seven of our favorites, and more importantly, where to find them. Cheers!
The Perfect Hemingway, $15
Diplomatico Exclusiva and Blanco, luxardo maraschino, and grapefruit
Where to get it: StripSteak by Michael Mina {4441 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach; 877.326.7412}.
Jungle Bird, $18
Flor de Caña seven-year-old rum, Campari, lime juice, simple syrup, and pineapple juice on the rocks, all garnished with fresh, skewered pineapple
Where to get it: Matador Bar {2901 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach; 786.257.4600}
Maduro “Mai Tai,” $12
Dark Rum, Orgeat, Vanilla, and Banana Liqueur
Where to get it: Glass & Vine {2820 McFarlane Road, Coconut Grove; 305.200.5268}
Cuba Libre, $8
Bacardi Gold, fresh lime juice, and Coca Cola
Where to get it: Dolce Italian {1690 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach; 786.975.2550}
Let Me Bayou A Drink
Bayou dark rum, mint, ginger, and lemon juice
Where to get it: Soyka {5556 NE 4 Court, Miami; 305.759.3117}
Guayabera, $14
Rum Zacapa 23, guava juice, lemon juice, and Sprite
Where to get it: Wynwood Kitchen & Bar {2550 NE 2 Avenue, Wynwood; 305.722.8959}
The Nando, $13
Malibu rum and Midori
Where to get it: Sawa Restaurant & Lounge {360 San Lorenzo Avenue, Coral Gables; 305.447.6555}

Piña Colada “Pineapple,” $22
Silver rum and piña colada mix, served in pineapple
Where to get it: DiLido Beach Club {1 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach; 786.276.4000}
Happy dining!
By Jennifer Agress | Miami Editor