Rum-Spiked Coffee
Whether it’s the holidays or your day off - this is your well-earned sip.
Let’s be honest - some days call for a little something extra in your cup. Whether you’re conquering the holiday chaos, easing into a cozy weekend morning, or gathering with friends by the fire, Rum-Spiked Coffee is the ultimate warm-up.
This simple yet luxurious upgrade turns your everyday coffee into a rich, comforting treat with the help of Kōloa Coffee Rum, a smooth, Hawaiian-made rum that’s beloved for its balanced flavor and velvety finish. Just a splash takes your mug from basic to blissful.
Why Kōloa Coffee Rum?
Made with fresh-brewed cold brew from Kaua‘i Coffee, the largest coffee grower in the U.S., Kōloa Coffee Rum is smooth, not bitter - thanks to the richness of the roast and the soft sweetness of pure cane sugar. Hints of vanilla and a gentle espresso depth create a well-rounded profile that’s bold but easy to sip.
Think café mocha meets vacation in a mug.
Not surprisingly, it’s also one of Kōloa Rum Company’s best-selling flavors and once you taste it in hot coffee, you’ll understand why.
When to Sip
After a day of holiday prep or errand-running
While baking and playing your favorite playlist
On a slow, cozy morning that calls for no plans
After dinner, as a casual dessert cocktail
Whenever your coffee needs a little something extra
Recipe (Serves 1)
6 oz freshly brewed hot coffee
1½ oz Kōloa Coffee Rum
1 tsp brown sugar (optional - taste first, as the rum is naturally sweet)
Whipped cream (optional garnish)
Grated chocolate or cinnamon (optional garnish)
Instructions
1. Brew & Pour:
Start with your favorite hot coffee, dark roast or medium roast both work well. Pour into a heatproof mug or glass.
2. Add Rum & Sweeten:
Stir in Kōloa Coffee Rum. If desired, add brown sugar, though many enjoy it as-is thanks to the natural sweetness of the rum.
3. Garnish:
Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of grated chocolate, cinnamon, or a dash of nutmeg for an aromatic finish.
4. Sip & Savor:
Cozy up and enjoy. This is your moment, whether it’s the start of something festive or the wind-down after a long day.
Pair It With
Cinnamon toast or spiced coffee cake
Almond biscotti or dark chocolate squares
Banana bread or rum-soaked dessert
Good company, good music, or a moment of quiet
Island Coffee Meets Island Rum
Kōloa Coffee Rum is a collaboration between two Kaua‘i legends: Kōloa Rum Company and Kaua‘i Coffee, which grows its beans on the sunny, volcanic slopes of the island’s southwest side. The coffee is cold-brewed for smoothness, then blended with Kōloa’s signature cane spirit and rainwater from Mount Waiʻaleʻale.
This isn't a flavored syrup, it’s a handcrafted spirit with real island roots and rich character in every sip.
This cozy cocktail is perfect for holidays, sure, but just as welcome on a slow Sunday, a beach morning, or a rainy afternoon when you want your coffee to feel like more.
Sip. Sigh. Smile. That’s the island spirit.
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