When temperatures start to climb, there’s nothing better than relaxing in a park or garden with a drink in hand.
And when it comes to summer drinks, rum is the perfect spirit to get us in the holiday mood.
It’s also great enjoyed in a cocktail – with the likes of Mai Tai, Mojito, Dark N Stormy and Pina Colada just a few classic drinks to feature the spirit.
Even better news is that you can buy these cocktails already pre-mixed – so there’s no need to worry about getting the measurements perfect.
Or, if you’re more of a traditionalist, just enjoy rum with a Coke and a slice of lime – or simply over ice.
We’ve rounded up some of the best rum options on the market this summer – whether it’s pre-made drinks, spiced options or lesser-known bottles.
The best rum to buy this summer:
Kuda
Looking for a new pre-mixed rum-based drink? This secret decades-old Trinidadian recipe delivers a holiday feeling that can be enjoyed all-year round.
Premium Bottled Rum Punch Cocktail
A blend of premium dark rum, Angostura Bitters, orange juice, pineapple juice, mango puree, lime juice and grenadine – this will transport you to a beach.
Buy it now for £19.99 from Hoxton and Grey at NOTHS.
Tails Cocktails Bacardi Rum Daiquiri Cocktail
This ready-made drink will take the faff out of hosting, simply shake up and serve.
Buy it now for £12 from Waitrose.
The Duppy Share
This one is a unique blend of premium three-year-old rums from the Worthy Park Estate in Jamaica and five-year-old rums from the prestigious Foursquare distillery in Barbados. A match made in heaven.
Buy it now for £26 from Waitrose.
East London Liquor Co. Rarer Rum
Do you have a sweet tooth? This rum has a buttery caramel and vanilla taste, along with other complex flavours from its time kept in ex-bourbon casks.
Buy it now for £23.99 (was £27.99) from House of Malt
Dead Man’s Fingers Cornish Spiced Rum
Spice things up with this dark, rich rum with notes of cinnamon, nutmeg and vanilla.
Buy it now for £20.99 from Virgin Wines.
Equiano
This is the ‘world’s first’ African and Caribbean rum and boasts notes such as maple, vanilla, and roasted peach.
Buy it now for £46.95 from The Whisky Exchange.
Étän
This golden spiced Rum is distilled with a unique collection of five botanicals including fevergrass, orange peel, cassia, ginger, and vanilla.