Aloha, friends!
If you’ve been following along, you already know I have a soft spot for comfort food and cocktails with a tropical twist. But here’s something you might not know — it wasn’t until I started working for the Kōloa Rum Company that I truly discovered the magic of using rum.
What I once thought of only as a cocktail ingredient quickly became something more. My curiosity and culinary background inspired me to learn how just a splash could enhance the flavor of everyday recipes, from baked goods to savory dishes.
That spark turned into a passion, and over time I’ve created a collection of recipes that show how to use each variety of Kōloa Rum - White, Gold, Dark, Coconut, Coffee, Cacao, Spice, and Cane Fire—in both cocktails and food. Each one has its own personality, and learning to pair them with the right recipe has been a delicious adventure.
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But if you’d like to dive a little deeper, becoming a Paid subscriber unlocks my full recipe archive: a growing library of tips, techniques, and step-by-step recipes that make cooking and mixing with Kōloa Rum simple and inspiring. From enhancing a sauce with Gold Rum to adding Coconut Rum to a dessert, you’ll discover easy ways to bring The Spirit of Aloha™ into your everyday kitchen.
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Mahalo nui loa for being part of this flavorful journey,
Nicole
The Island Spirit Kitchen
