Blood Transfusion

Modern · Rum · Coupe

A blood-red rum sour of unclear parentage but longstanding pub-menu appeal. The grenadine dyes it arterial crimson and softens the lime's bite — sharp, tart, and theatrically colored.

GlassCoupe
GarnishNone
ABV22%
Categoryinternational
Flavorwikidata-import, rum

Ingredients

  • White Rum2 oz
  • Fresh lime juice1 oz
  • Grenadine0.5 oz

Method

  1. Combine rum, lime juice, and grenadine in a shaker.
  2. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously.
  3. Double-strain into a chilled coupe.
  4. Garnish with a lime wheel.