Kakira 5 Year Dark Rum - Uganda recipe served in a glass, by Pekin the Chef
Jul 09 2026
RestaurantsAkara RestaurantKakira 5 Year Dark Rum - Uganda Recipe

Kakira 5 Year Dark Rum - Uganda Recipe

Inspired by Akara Restaurant
Time20m
Serves4

Make Kakira 5 Year Dark Rum - Uganda Recipe in just 20m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Glasses

    Start by preparing your serving glasses. Take 4 tall glasses and place them in the refrigerator to chill while you prepare the cocktail.

  2. 2

    Mix the Ingredients

    In a large pitcher, combine 2 cups of Kakira 5 Year Dark Rum, 1 cup of fresh lime juice, and 1 cup of simple syrup. Stir well to mix the ingredients thoroughly.

  3. 3

    Add Bitters

    Add 5 dashes of Angostura bitters to the rum mixture. Stir gently to incorporate the bitters evenly into the mix.

  4. 4

    Prepare the Ice

    Fill each chilled glass with ice cubes, approximately 3 cups per glass.

Assembly

  1. 5

    Combine Rum Mixture and Soda

    Pour the rum mixture over the ice cubes in each glass, filling them about halfway. Top off each glass with club soda (about 1/2 cup per glass) to add a refreshing fizz.

  2. 6

    Garnish

    Garnish each drink with a few fresh mint leaves and a lime wedge on the rim of the glass for added flavor and presentation.

  3. 7

    Serve

    Serve immediately to enjoy the refreshing taste of Kakira 5 Year Dark Rum cocktails.

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