Rum
A cane spirit produced along Mexico's Gulf Coast and Caribbean regions. Used in fruit punch, Mexican mojitos, and rum-soaked cakes like pastel borracho. Veracruz and Tabasco are key producing states, using locally grown sugarcane. Its caramel sweetness pairs beautifully with piloncillo, cinnamon, and tropical fruits.
Estimated retail price
~£12.99 / 700ml
Typical price at UK Mexican grocers
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How it's used in Mexican cooking
Rum, part of the drinks section of the Mexican pantry, appears in 5 recipes in our collection, including Rompope (Mexican Eggnog), Chicken Chilorio (Sinaloa) and Aguas Locas (Mexican Fruit Party Punch). Each recipe shows step by step how it is added, in what quantity and which other ingredients it is paired with — the most reliable guide to how it is actually used in Mexican cooking.
Recipes with Rum
Frequently asked questions
How many recipes use Rum?
Rum is used in 5 recipes in our collection, such as Rompope (Mexican Eggnog) and Chicken Chilorio (Sinaloa). The full list, with a photo and link for each recipe, is on this page.
Where can I buy Rum in the UK?
You can buy Rum online via the Amazon link on this page, or look for it at Latin American grocers in the UK.
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