National Rum Day — Off The MRKT

Annabella Pardo

Need plans for National Rum Day? We’ve got you covered with a few of our favorite renowned rums and recipes to celebrate with. Cheers to the spice of life!

Celebrate National Rum Day with Candela Mamajuana Rum, the finest Dominican rum paired with notes of honey and all-natural spices that encapsulates flirty summer fun in a bottle! Shimmy over to Moxy’s on South Beach where you’ll find the brand's sustainable iteration bar-side via an ecoSpirits collaboration. The reusable packaging and closed-loop model was made possible by the zero-waste distributor, ecoSPIRITS and Moxy is the first partner to flaunt this sustainable model on a menu in the U.S. Don’t take our word for it – it’s got an award-winning taste and was crowned “The Most Sustainable Rum on the Planet'' by Daily Mail.

Toast to the holiday with a special August 16th offering of the Candela Piña Colada at Moxy’s for $12 or opt for a shot $10 for one or four shots for $30 - only at Moxy’s. So come, immerse yourself in the electrifying atmosphere of Moxy South Beach, and let the magic of National Rum Day sweep you away on an unforgettable journey of flavor, music, and camaraderie.

The perfect sipping rum Zacapa, the ultra-premium Guatemalan rum renowned for its deep-rooted craftsmanship and heritage. As National Rum Day (August 16th) approaches, Zacapa extends an invitation to experience their exquisite Zacapa X.O firsthand. Masterfully crafted by the esteemed female master blender, Lorena Vásquez, Zacapa distinguishes itself by using first press sugar cane instead of the commonly used molasses. Aged at a unique elevation of 7,545 feet, Zacapa undergoes a meticulous distillation with a sistema solera, resulting in three standout expressions: Zacapa No. 23, Edicón Negra, and Zacapa XO. Whether savored neat, on the rocks, or in signature cocktails, Zacapa promises an unparalleled experience, further enriched by the hand-woven Petate decor on each bottle, a testament to Guatemalan artistry, handcrafted by a community of over 700 dedicated women.

The Moxy Miami South Beach Hotel, a staple resort located only steps from the beach, is the first venue partner for an ecoSPIRITS rum in the United States. Candela is eco-friendly from start to end – from locally sourced ingredients and production powered by renewable energy to an intelligent epicenter with energy-saving aging practices and environmentally conscious distribution in partnership with low-waste distributor ecoSPIRITS. To support this further, Candela also works with the ecoSPIRITS Forest Program, whereby one tree is planted for every two cycles of an ecoTOTE in endangered rainforest areas in countries such as Indonesia. The Forest Program, which is verified, monitored, and reported through an industry-leading digital platform, benefits venue partners who can generate additional carbon mitigation beyond the substantial carbon footprint reduction from their use of the ecoSPIRITS circular packaging technology.

The ecoSPIRITS circular distribution system, which includes the ecoTOTE format, reduces packaging waste by more than 90%, reduces transportation costs by as much as 50% and delivers an estimated 60-90% reduction in the carbon emissions associated with spirits packaging and distribution. Cheers to sippin' sustainably!

Imperial Onyx The result of the finest selection of rums aged up to ten years in oak barriques with a high toast degree, subsequently filtered from real Onyx stones to obtain a rum with intense, deep notes and a unique character. This expression features toasted fragrances with a subtle hint of cherry, coffee, and nuts. On the palate, an intense sensation of wood and vanilla with a persistent aftertaste.

Añejo Ron Barceló Añejo is obtained from fresh juice extracted from sugarcane plantations and aged for 4 years in ex-Bourbon oak barriques. This is a top-quality rum with an adventurous spirit, synonymous with the purest taste of the Caribbean and worthy of the noblest Dominican tradition.

Blanco Añejado This expression is aged for up to two years in oak barrique, resulting in a brilliant and crystal-clear rum, obtained after carefully filtering with charcoal. This rum is Ideal for the preparation of the best cocktails.

Dorado Añejado Naturally aged for up to two years in American oak barriques that previously contained Bourbon, resulting in a rum blend that is ideal for the preparation of the best cocktails. Dorado Añejado is a mild rum with an exquisite taste and an amber colour.

Liquid Light’s Star Gazer Cocktail is one we recommend for all end of summer activities and for those National Rum Day cheers.

Star Gazer Cocktail

* Ingredients:
* 2 oz Liquid Light Sauvignon Blanc
* 1 oz Dark Rum
* ½ oz vanilla syrup
* 1 oz pineapple juice
* 1 lime wedge
* Over ice
* Instructions:
* Single Serving. Add all ingredients in shaker with ice and shake vigorously. Strain into glass over new ice. Garnish with lime wedge

Super simple to make combining brand new Schöfferhofer Watermelon Mint Hefeweizen & White Rum, the Watermelon 'Mo-Hot' Mojito is perfect to cool off with as the temps rise.

Schöfferhofer Watermelon Mo-Hot Mojitö recipe

Recipe:

1.5 ounces White Rum
¾ ounce lime juice
½ ounce mint syrup (Monin)
3 ounces Schöfferhofer Watermelon Mint Hefeweizen Bier

Method:

In a Collins glass, pour the rum, lime juice and mint syrup over ice.
Stir to chill and combine the ingredients.
Top with Schöfferhofer Watermelon Mint Hefeweizen Bier.
Garnish & Enjoy!

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