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Black Stripe
Posted: July 21, 2026
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The Black Stripe is one of the oldest recorded rum cocktails, a colonial American warming drink dating to at least the late 1700s that predates many cocktail categories entirely. Traditionally made with dark or spiced rum, honey, and a splash of water — either cold in summer or hot in winter — it is a drink of elemental simplicity that lets exceptional rum shine without distraction. The honey deepens the rum's natural sweetness and adds a floral complexity, while a squeeze of lime brings brightness and balance. Served warm, it is deeply comforting; served cold over ice, it is bracingly aromatic.
Instructions
- Combine spiced rum, honey syrup, and lime juice in a mug or glass.
- For a hot version: top with hot water (just off the boil) and stir to combine. Garnish with a cinnamon stick and lime wheel.
- For a cold version: add ice, top with cold water, and stir well. Garnish with a lime peel.
- Serve immediately in either style.