The Best Margarita Twist: Haitian Rum + Barbancourt
Learn how to make a Haitian Rum Margarita with Barbancourt, tequila, and homemade lemonade. The ultimate tropical cocktail.
Servings 4 servings
Calories 516kcal
Equipment
- Cocktail Glasses
Ingredients
- 4 oz Haitian Rum Barbancourt
- 4 oz Triple Sec
- 4 oz Silver Tequila
Haitian lemonade
- 4 Lemon Cut in halves
- 3 Cups Water
- 1 Cup Sugar
- 1 tsp. Vanilla Extract
- ¼ tsp. Kosher Salt
- Ice as needed start with 1 cup
- Mint Optional
For the rim
- ½ tsp. Belans or more
- 1 tsp. sugar or more
Instructions
- Mix the sugar and Belans in a plate. Set aside.Rim your glass: Rub a lime wedge around the edge and dip the glass into sugar and Belans mixture. Set aside.Blend it up: In a blender, combine the lemonade, tequila, triple sec, and Haitian rum. Blend until smooth.
- Pour and garnish: Pour into your rimmed glass, garnish with a lime wheel and mint leaves.
Notes
Storing and Serving Tips
If you make a big batch (which I highly recommend for parties), here’s how to store it:- Refrigerate – Keep in a sealed pitcher in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Reheat? – Not necessary! But if you want to serve it warm on a chilly night, you can gently heat it on the stove until just warm—like a spiked citrus tea. Don’t let it boil or you’ll lose the fresh flavor and alcohol.
- Make-ahead – You can prepare the lemon base (juice, sugar, water, vanilla, and salt) ahead of time and store it in the fridge. When ready to serve, just add the rum and ice, then blend.
Cocktail Tips & Tricks
- Rim your glass with our Bèlans for flavor contrast.
- Chill your glasses before pouring for that frosty, refreshing feel.
- Play with herbs—try basil or thyme instead of mint for a fun twist.
- Batch it for parties—just multiply the recipe and mix in a large punch bowl.
- For a fizzy version—top with a splash of sparkling water or club soda.
Substitutions and Variations
- No Barbancourt? Try another quality aged rum, but I’ll be honest—nothing matches Barbancourt’s flavor.
- Want it sweeter? Add an extra splash of simple syrup or agave.
- More tart? Use lime juice instead of lemon, or even a mix of both.
- Bubbly twist: Replace some of the water with sparkling water or club soda.
Nutrition
Serving: 4servings | Calories: 516kcal | Carbohydrates: 66g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 212mg | Potassium: 72mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 58g | Vitamin A: 2IU | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 5mg