World Rum Day

Rum is having its main-character moment… and honestly, TheGlitz is cheering vociferously to its indomitable and intoxicating spirit! Gone are the days when rum was reserved for a simple mojito or a beachside daiquiri. Today, this versatile spirit is being shaken, stirred, smoked, fat-washed, clarified and infused into cocktails that are as imaginative as they are irresistible.

From tropical escapes and coffee-kissed concoctions to savoury highballs inspired by regional Indian flavours, bartenders across the country are rewriting the rum rulebook one inventive pour at a time.

This World Rum Day on July 11, raise a glass to creativity, craftsmanship and cocktails that promise to surprise your palate with every sip. Whether you’re a seasoned rum enthusiast or simply looking for your next favourite drink, TheGlitz has curated the ultimate rum trail across India… because life’s simply rum-believably better with a great cocktail in hand.

The ‘Rum’my Story

Conçu, Mumbai: Coffee Meets Cocktail Hour

If coffee and rum are two of your greatest loves, Conçu has the perfect match. Their Dark Roast Noir beautifully layers Flor de Caña Spresso Coffee Rum with Amaro, Triple Sec, sonic water and delicate biscotti notes, creating a rich, aromatic cocktail that’s bold, bittersweet and utterly sophisticated.

Name: Dark Roast Noir 

Price: ₹850++

Location: Colaba, Mumbai

FOO: Tropical Vibes, Asian Twist

Refreshing yet indulgent, FOO’s COCO Rise combines smooth white rum with coconut, Aperol, bright yuzu and fresh lemon. The result is a beautifully balanced cocktail that delivers sunshine in a glass with every tropical sip.
Name: COCO Rise 

Price: ₹795++

Location: Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, Pune

Room No.102, Jaipur: Elegance in Every Pour

For lovers of spirit-forward cocktails, The Diplomat at Room No.102 blends Diplomatic Rum, Hennessy VS, house vermouth and chocolate bitters into a velvety drink layered with warmth, subtle spice and lingering cocoa notes.

Name: The Diplomat

Price: ₹840++

Location: Inside The Forresta, Jaipur

Swinton House, Jaipur: Espresso With a Rum Twist

Wake up your palate with Red Eye Flight, where aged Bacardi Cuatro joins freshly brewed espresso, banana syrup and hazelnut. Smooth, comforting and deeply flavourful, it’s the ideal cocktail for coffee lovers looking for something delightfully different.

Name: Red Eye Flight

Price: ₹799++

Location: Gopinath Marg, New Colony, Jaipur

KOKO: Sweet, Savoury & Seriously Clever

One of the most inventive cocktails around, White Day at KOKO pairs Bacardi Carta Blanca with white chocolate, parmesan, pineapple and lime. It sounds unexpected… and tastes absolutely brilliant.

Name: White Day

Price: Goregaon: INR 930 + taxes

Lower Parel: INR 980 + taxes

Bangalore: INR 950 + taxes

Hyderabad: INR 950 + taxes
Location: Mumbai, Bangalore & Hyderabad

Inka by Bastian: Citrus With Character

Bright, refreshing and gently spiced, Blush & Burn combines Havana 3-Year Rum with Aperol, grapefruit, lime and pink peppercorn syrup for a cocktail that’s equal parts vibrant, elegant and refreshingly complex.

Name: Blush & Burn

Price: INR 970

Location: Prabhadevi, Mumbai

Bastian Ammakai: Andhra on the Rocks

Innovation shines in the Pachi Pulusu Highball, where coconut-washed rum, ghee-washed mezcal, tamarind cordial and clarified pachi pulusu soda transform beloved Andhra flavours into an extraordinary cocktail experience.

Name: Pachi Pulusu Highball

Price: ₹695

Location: Bandra, Mumbai

Bastian Empire, Pune: Piña Colada, Reinvented

Naked Piña takes the classic tropical favourite to luxurious new heights with roasted coconut-infused Bacardi Añejo Cuatro, pineapple, almond liqueur, vanilla and citrus.

Bastian Garden City, Bengaluru: Tropical Energy

Fresh passion fruit, orange, mint and Bacardi White Rum meet Red Bull Yellow Edition in Rum Runners, creating a lively cocktail that’s fruity, refreshing and full of energy.

Soraia, Mumbai: North East in a Glass

Inspired by India’s North East, Melon Trade blends Flor de Caña 4-Year Rum with melon michinga shrub and bamboo shoots to create one of the most distinctive rum cocktails you’ll find anywhere.

Sweeney, Mumbai: Manhattan Gets a Rum Makeover

The Black Cherry Manhattan brings together Bacardi Black Rum, black garlic-infused vermouth, maraschino cherry brine and activated charcoal for a bold cocktail packed with savoury richness and visual drama.

Baglami, Mumbai: Monsoon Meets Mojito

The Bagalmi Monsoon Mojito gives the classic mojito a seasonal spin with coconut rum, lemongrass, ginger and soda… fresh, fragrant and perfect for rainy evenings.

Blondie, Mumbai: Matcha Magic

Creamy coconut, white rum, coconut liqueur and velvety matcha foam come together beautifully in Blondie Matcha Cloud, making it a tropical cocktail that’s as Instagram-worthy as it is delicious.

Supa San, Mumbai: Dessert in a Glass

Coffee lovers shouldn’t miss Rush Hour Martini, where rum meets espresso and luscious miso caramel to create a silky, indulgent cocktail with remarkable depth.

The Cocktail Room by Milagro: Tropical Theatre

Served with edible flowers and dramatic dry ice, San Valentina combines Bacardi Carta Blanca, passion fruit, vanilla and lemon into a vibrant tropical cocktail that’s every bit as spectacular as it tastes.

Scarlett House: A Smoky Love Story

The First Puff is warm, smoky and nostalgic… a cocktail designed to capture carefree evenings, meaningful conversations and memories that linger long after the final sip.

Laguna by TGS: Caribbean Calling

Escape to island life with Caribbean Elixir, where rum, pineapple, Blue Curaçao, lime and coconut dust transport you straight to sun-drenched tropical shores.

District 11: Coffee, Smoke & Drama

Cartel Coffee combines white rum, coffee liqueur, banana syrup, fresh espresso and sesame foam into a theatrical smoked cocktail that’s bold, nutty and wonderfully layered.

Bodega39: Midnight Magic

Dark, mysterious and wonderfully rich, Midnight Watcher celebrates rum’s deeper character with every smooth, lingering sip.

Farzi Café, Cyberhub: A Toast to Delhi

Dear Delhi pays tribute to the capital through cream cheese-infused rum, strawberry, almond, basil and a silky coconut milk wash, creating an elegant cocktail inspired by the city’s lush green spaces.

Roxanne’s Bar & All Day Diner: Light, Bright & Addictive

Refreshing and effortlessly drinkable, Clean Slate combines rum, cola seltzer and playful yuzu jelly into a cocktail that’s crisp, lively and made for long evenings.

BaaMee: Berry Beautiful

The aptly named Midnight Mistress pairs rum with fresh blackberries, blueberries and ginger ale for a juicy, fruit-forward cocktail that’s vibrant and refreshing.

Alta Stella: Mythology Meets Mixology

Inspired by Capricorn mythology, Amalthea blends goat cheese-washed rum, Umeshu sake, Aperol and sweet vermouth into a sophisticated cocktail that’s creamy, savoury and unforgettable.

DEA: Tropical Adventure

Served in a dramatic skull glass, Mystic Skull combines rum, pineapple and passion fruit into a bold tropical cocktail that’s playful, colourful and impossible to ignore.

TheGlitz Take

Whether you prefer your rum bold, tropical, smoky, citrusy, coffee-infused or wildly experimental, this World Rum Day on July 11 is the perfect excuse to explore the extraordinary creativity unfolding behind India’s bars. So gather your cocktail-loving crew, raise a glass, and remember—the best stories often begin with, “Let’s have just one rum cocktail!” Cheers! 🥃🍍🌴