Cocktails

Rum Martini

Rum Martini is an alcoholic cocktail built on Light Rum. It leans citrus, botanical and dry. Stirred and served in a Cocktail Glass. Expect about 34.7% ABV and roughly 172 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic34.7% ABV3 ingredients

At a Glance

172 kcalCalories

34.7%ABV

1.2gSugar

1.8gCarbs

1.73Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition.

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How hard is it to make?

Moderatestirred drink

Why: 3 ingredients, stirred drink, requires bar spoon

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients & Tools

2.0 ozLight RumBase Spirit
1.0 ozDry VermouthFortified Wine
1 garnishLemon twistGarnish

Tools:Mixing Glass

How to Make It

Stir rum and vermouth with ice in mixing glass.Stirred
Strain into ice-filled cocktail glass.Strain
Add lemon twist.Add

How to Serve

Glass: Cocktail Glass
Temperature: Chilled
Ice: Ice
Method: Stirred

Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

Citrus Botanical Dry

Supporting notes

Herbal Vanilla Tart

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLight – Strong

BodyLight – Full

SweetnessDry – Sweet

AcidityFlat – Crisp

FruitinessEarthy – Fruity

BoldnessDelicate – Bold

High ABV
Dry finish
Full-bodied

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

AperitifSuggested from its dry and botanical notes.

Occasion tags are inferred from drink style, serving format, flavour profile, food-pairing theme, recipe metadata, and strict multi-signal supplemental rule matches.

Diet & lifestyle

Compatible, based on the listed ingredients

Gluten-Free Vegan Vegetarian

May be limited

KetoLow-CarbLow-Sugar

Diet tags are ingredient-level and nutrition-estimate based. Product brands, preparation methods, quantities, and substitutions may change compatibility.

Alternatives to try

Choose an ingredient to see reviewed substitutions, or filter for a different preference.

Reviewed ingredient substitutions

Light Rum2.0 oz

Aged RumKnown variation

How much to use: Use the same amount; reduce rich sweeteners only if the drink becomes too heavy.
What changes: Aged rum can replace light rum when a fuller, oakier variation is acceptable.

Dark RumWorks, but changes the drink

How much to use: Use the same amount; reduce rich sweeteners if the result becomes too heavy.
What changes: Dark rum can replace light rum when a deeper, heavier rum profile is welcome.

Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Dry Vermouth1.0 oz

Dry SherryWorks, with a noticeable change

How much to use: Use the same amount, then taste; the result will be less herbal and more savoury.
What changes: Dry sherry can replace dry vermouth when a drier, more saline and less herbal variation is acceptable.

Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Lillet BlancKnown variation

How much to use: Start with the recipe amount and taste; reduce it if the drink becomes too soft or sweet.
What changes: Lillet Blanc can stand in for dry vermouth in a Martini-style drink, but it produces a softer and slightly sweeter variation.

Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Sweet VermouthNot a neutral swap

How much to use: Use only if a sweeter vermouth profile is acceptable.
What changes: Sweet vermouth is not a neutral substitute for dry vermouth; it makes the drink sweeter and rounder.

Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Lemon Twist1 garnish

Lemon PeelGood swap

How much to use: Use a similar-sized piece of peel.
What changes: Lemon peel is usually a close substitute for a lemon twist.

Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Orange TwistWorks, but changes the drink

How much to use: Use the same size twist.
What changes: Orange twist can replace lemon twist when a sweeter orange aroma is acceptable.

Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Reviewed component substitutions are not guarantees that the replacement was tested in this exact recipe. Follow the reviewed adjustment note and taste before serving.

Preference filters use current ingredient, nutrition and diet evidence. They are not medical advice, and this database contract does not store user selections.

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Last updated June 18, 2026

Ingredients, measures and method are taken from the source recipe; roles and serving details are mapped from reviewed evidence.

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Frequently asked questions

What is a Rum Martini?: The Rum Martini is a cocktail made with 3 ingredients, traditionally served in a Cocktail Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 34.7%. A standard serving contains approximately 172 calories.
What does a Rum Martini taste like?: Rum Martini has a flavour profile featuring Citrus, Botanical, Dry, Herbal. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
How strong is a Rum Martini?: The Rum Martini has an ABV of approximately 34.7%. That's approximately 1.73 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 172 kcal, 1.2g sugar, 1.8g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is a Rum Martini typically served?: Rum Martini is often suggested for Aperitif, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a Rum Martini?: If you enjoy Rum Martini, the "similar flavour profile" suggestions on this page point to cocktails that share its flavour character. Drinks with a matching spirit base and comparable body and acidity feel closest.
Can I make a Rum Martini at home?: Yes. The Rum Martini uses 3 ingredients, making it easy to prepare at home. You will need a Cocktail Glass. Use quality spirits and fresh ingredients for the best result.
What do the sensory profile dimensions mean?: Sensory profile dimensions describe key flavour characteristics: Body (light to full), Dryness (sweet to bone dry), Acidity (flat to crisp), Fruitiness (subtle to prominent) and Boldness (delicate to bold). Each scale helps you compare cocktails at a glance and find ones with similar character.
How do I use sensory profiles to find cocktails I like?: Compare the Body, Acidity and Fruitiness of Rum Martini with other cocktails. If you enjoy this drink, look for others with a similar profile. Adjust one dimension at a time to discover new favourites while staying in your flavour comfort zone.