Highball · Caribbean · Medium
Añejo Highball
In the owner’s words: Cuban · Light · Citrusy
- Base
- Rum
- Glass
- Highball
- Method
- Built in glass
- Effort
- Beginner · 4 min
- ABV
- 18%
Build
- Dark Rumor Aged Rum / Añejo Rum
- Orange Curaçaoor Grand Marnier / Triple Sec
- Lime JuiceFreshly squeezed
- Angostura Bitters
- Ginger Beeror Spicy ginger beer preferred · Chilled
- Orangegarnish
- Limegarnish
You’ll need: Bar spoon
Method — Built in glass
- Fill a highball glass with ice
- Add rum, orange curaçao, lime juice, and Angostura bitters to the glass
- Top with ginger beer, leaving about 1/2 inch of space at the top
- Stir gently to combine ingredients
- Garnish with orange and lime wedges
The story
Popularized by master bartender Dale DeGroff, this drink is a Caribbean-inspired variation of the classic highball. The name 'Añejo' refers to the aged rum used in the recipe, which adds depth and complexity.
Variations
Some versions use a split base of dark rum and aged tequila. A spicier version can be made by muddling fresh ginger in the glass before adding other ingredients.
Host tips
The quality of the ginger beer makes a big difference - look for one with real ginger and a good spicy kick. A Mexican or Caribbean dark rum adds authentic flavor.
