Kona Cooler
A citrusy rum cooler with ginger spice and tropical brightness.
Base spirit
Rum
Style
Tiki
Glassware
Highball glass
Kona Cooler blends rum with lime, pineapple, and ginger syrup for a refreshing long drink. Its ginger bite gives lift while pineapple rounds the edges. Built tall, it drinks easy and breezy.
Ingredients
Servings
- • 1.5 oz light rum
- • 1 oz lime
- • 1 oz pineapple
- • 0.5 oz ginger syrup
- • Soda water
Did you know?
“Kona‑inspired coolers reflect the crossover of Hawaiian bar culture and tiki aesthetics in midcentury hospitality.”
Source:PunchDrink archives; Smuggler’s Cove
Bartender's Note
Fresh ginger syrup gives sharper definition than bottled versions.
How to make the Kona Cooler
- 1Shake all but soda.
- 2Strain over ice.
- 3Top with soda.
- 4Garnish.
