Though pineapple and rum are the foundation for this aperitif, mint and lime juice temper the sweetness for a bright, clean sip.
Ingredients
32 ounces (1 quart) chilled pineapple juice (preferably from a carton)
1 cup mint leaves
2 tablespoons sugar
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
12 ounces (1 1/2 cups) gold rum
Garnish: mint sprigs; lime wedges
Directions
Blend one fourth of pineapple juice with all of mint and sugar in a blender until mint is finely chopped, then pour into a pitcher with lime juice and remaining pineapple juice. Chill until ready to use.
Just before serving, fill tall glasses halfway with ice and add 3 tablespoons rum to each, then top with 1/2 cup juice.
