A Furlong Too Late Rum & Ginger Highball
A Furlong Too Late is a crisp rum and ginger beer highball with bright citrus aroma and a clean, spicy finish. Simple, refreshing, and built for warm weather sipping.
A Furlong Too Late is a no-frills rum highball that leans on ginger beer for spice and lift. It’s light, refreshing, and easy to build—ideal for casual afternoons, backyard hangs, or anytime you want something cold and uncomplicated. This rum cocktail keeps things focused and balanced without overthinking the build.
What You’ll Need
Ingredients
- Light Rum – the smooth, clean base that keeps the drink easygoing.
- Ginger Beer – brings spice, fizz, and structure to the highball.
- Lemon Twist – adds bright citrus aroma without extra acidity.
Substitutions:
No light rum? Use white rum or vodka. No ginger beer? Ginger ale works, but expect less bite.
Equipment
- Highball glass
- Bar spoon
- Ice
Why This One Works
This drink succeeds because it doesn’t try to do too much. The ginger beer carries the flavor, the rum stays supportive, and the lemon twist sharpens the finish without adding juice or sweetness.
Variations Worth Trying
- Swap lemon twist for lime peel for a sharper edge
- Use dark rum for a richer, spicier profile
- Add a dash of Angostura bitters for depth
Helpful Tips
- Use well-chilled ginger beer for maximum carbonation
- Large, solid ice cubes melt slower and keep the drink lively
- Garnish over the glass to express citrus oils
A Furlong Too Late Recipe
Type of Glass
Highball Glass
Ingredients
- 2 oz.
- 6 oz. Ginger Beer
Directions
- Add light rum to a highball glass filled with ice.
- Top with ginger beer.
- Give a gentle stir to combine without losing carbonation.
- Garnish with a lemon twist.
A simple rum highball that proves balance and restraint still make great drinks.
