Sand-Grown-Un Rum Sour
The Sand-Grown-Un Rum Sour blends dark rum, cherry brandy, and sweet vermouth with a bright touch of lemon. Inspired by Britain’s coastal slang for seaside locals, it’s a smooth, tropical-meets-European cocktail that tastes like sunshine in a glass.
What You’ll Need
Ingredients:
- Dark Rum – the rich, spiced backbone of the drink.
- Sweet Vermouth – adds herbal sweetness and depth.
- Cherry Brandy – gives fruity color and aroma.
- Lemon Juice – provides tart balance.
- Simple Syrup – softens acidity and ties flavors together.
Equipment: cocktail shaker · fine strainer · cocktail glass
A Coastal Original
Named after the Lancashire expression for those “grown on the sand,” this cocktail nods to seaside life while leaning into the tropical warmth of rum. It’s a British-born mix that feels equally at home on a sunny beach or at a cozy home bar.
Why You’ll Love It
Bright citrus and cherry notes glide over rum’s caramel depth, finishing clean and refreshing. It’s crowd-pleasing yet sophisticated — easy to shake, hard to forget.
Variations & Twists
- Swap cherry brandy for maraschino liqueur for a drier edge.
- Try aged rum for a deeper molasses flavor.
- Add a dash of Angostura bitters to nudge it closer to a tiki sour.
Tips & Serving
Serve in a chilled cocktail glass with a lemon twist or cherry. Excellent with grilled seafood or as a summer aperitif. For parties, batch the base (everything but lemon and ice) and shake portions fresh.
Sand-Grown-Un Recipe
Type of Glass
Cocktail Glass
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 oz.
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- 1/2 oz.
Directions
- Combine the Dark Rum, Sweet Vermouth, Cherry Brandy, Lemon Juice, and Simple Syrup in a shaker filled with ice.
- Shake vigorously until well chilled.
- Fine strain into a chilled cocktail glass.
- Garnish with a cherry or a lemon twist.
The Sand-Grown-Un Rum Sour captures the relaxed rhythm of the coast — rich, fruity, and just tart enough to keep you coming back for another sip.
