Casa Blanca Rum Cocktail: Bright, Balanced, and Classic
Few cocktails strike the balance of citrus and sweetness like the Casa Blanca. This light rum classic blends lime and orange liqueur into a crisp, refreshing drink that feels both vintage and tropical.
A Tropical Classic with Timeless Style
The Casa Blanca is a citrus-forward rum cocktail that delivers bright flavor and clean balance. It’s quick to make, easy to enjoy, and endlessly reliable for summer gatherings or elegant evenings alike.
What You’ll Need
Ingredients
- Light Rum – the smooth, sweet base that carries the drink.
- Triple Sec – adds gentle orange sweetness.
- Lime Juice – sharp acidity for balance.
- Maraschino Cherry – a final touch of color and almond-tinged sweetness.
Equipment
Cocktail shaker, Hawthorne strainer, and a chilled cocktail glass.
Why It Works
Each sip lands between tart and smooth, making the Casa Blanca versatile and crowd-friendly. Its simplicity and symmetry make it a perfect training cocktail for new home bartenders.
Variations & Twists
- Swap Triple Sec for Cointreau or Grand Marnier for deeper orange tone.
- Use coconut rum for tropical sweetness.
- Add a dash of Angostura bitters for a spiced edge.
Tips & Serving
Serve ice-cold in a small cocktail glass. Express a lime peel over the surface for aroma before adding the cherry garnish. Best enjoyed immediately after shaking.
Casa Blanca Recipe
Type of Glass
Cocktail Glass
Ingredients
- 2 oz.
- 3/4 oz.
- 3/4 oz.
Directions
- Add Light Rum, Triple Sec, and Lime Juice to a shaker with ice.
- Shake until well chilled.
- Strain into a chilled cocktail glass.
- Garnish with a Maraschino Cherry.
The Casa Blanca proves that balance, not complexity, makes a true classic.
