RestaurantsAkara RestaurantEquiano Original Rum - African & Caribbean Rum Recipe

Equiano Original Rum - African & Caribbean Rum Recipe

Inspired by Akara Restaurant
Time30m
Serves4

Make Equiano Original Rum - African & Caribbean Rum Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

Was this page helpful?

Help improve this recipe for others.

Send this recipe to your inbox.

We'll email it straight to you - plus weekly cooking inspiration.

Ingredients

Some product links may be affiliates. If you buy through them, you're supporting the site and Pekin may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

Base Ingredients

Garnishes

Method

Preparation

1

Prepare the Simple Syrup

In a small saucepan, combine equal parts sugar and water (1 cup of each) over medium heat. Stir until the sugar has completely dissolved. Remove from heat and let it cool before using.

2

Juicing Limes

Roll the limes on a countertop to soften them, then cut them in half and juice them using a juicer or by hand, straining out any seeds.

Mixing the Drink

3

Combine Ingredients

In a large cocktail shaker, add 2 cups of Equiano Original Rum, 1 cup of fresh lime juice, and 1 cup of simple syrup.

4

Shake

Add 3 cups of ice cubes to the shaker. Secure the lid and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until well chilled.

Serving

5

Prepare Glasses

Fill serving glasses with ice cubes. Strain the cocktail mixture into each glass.

6

Garnish

Garnish each drink with mint leaves and a lime wedge on the rim.