Tropic Talk

Rum has a summer PR problem. Most people file it under frozen drinks, beach weather, and whatever comes with a tiny umbrella. If you’re not that person, it’s easy to decide you “don’t like rum” and move on.

But winter is actually when rum makes the most sense. When it’s cold out, you drink simpler—neat, one cube, something warm—and that’s when you realize rum isn’t automatically sweet. A well-made aged rum can lean dry and structured, with vanilla, warm spice, and oak from time in barrel. It belongs in the same conversation as whiskey and cognac, and it’s especially good in a hot toddy when you want something that feels restorative, not sugary.

Fall doesn’t cancel island energy—it refines it. These are our weeknight-easy, tropically inspired sips with a fall backbone: a gingery highball, a not-too-sweet guava daiquiri, and a bright pineapple-thyme spritz. Clean flavors, minimal steps, maximum Everyday Escape.

Tropical fruits aren’t just for summer. From mangoes tossed into hearty fall salads to pineapple stirred into hot cider, these bold flavors cut through the season’s heaviness and bring fresh energy to the table. Here are five ways to turn cool nights into Everyday Escapes with food and drink.

The days are still warm, but the sun dips sooner now and the light has that softer, golden edge. This is my favorite shoulder season—bare feet still work, but a little spice starts to sound good. These three drinks are how I hang on to the tropics while sliding into fall. They’re easy, unfussy, and perfect for a patio sundowner or an open-window night at home.

Every time summer rolls around, the same drinks show up. Rosé. Vodka sodas. That canned thing someone swears tastes like vacation (it doesn’t).

Meanwhile, rum’s been quietly doing its thing for centuries—no PR push, no rebrand, just showing up wherever it’s hot and people want to relax.

April is when the air shifts, the layers peel off, and suddenly everyone’s in the mood to drink something lighter, brighter—and let’s be honest—a little more fun.

You’ve seen it: the spritzes, the rosé, the endless gin-and-tonic parade.

But here’s a better idea: rum. More specifically, Tropical Vibes Dark Rum.

Rum has been setting the mood for centuries—think candlelit dinners, moonlit toasts, and beachside escapes. These romantic rum cocktails bring the flavor and the feeling.

There’s something about rum that feels romantic. These 3 easy Tropical Vibes cocktails bring the warmth, flavor, and fun—perfect for Valentine's Day or your next night in.

When the snow falls and the chill sets in, there’s no better way to warm up than with a rich, dark rum cocktail. Whether by the fire or après-snow, these five recipes bring the heat—and the tropical mood.

Want a quick getaway but don’t have time to renew your passport? Sip into paradise with these premium tropical cocktails—no travel required.

Tropical drinks should do more than cool you down—they should take you somewhere. These five top picks capture the bold, laid-back spirit of escape, no passport required.