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Rum Screwdriver

Rum Screwdriver is an alcoholic cocktail built on Light Rum. It leans vanilla and citrus. Built and served in a Highball Glass. Expect about 10.1% ABV and roughly 169 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic10.1% ABV2 ingredients

At a Glance

169 kcalCalories
10.1%ABV
12.4gSugar
15.4gCarbs
1.09Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition.

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How hard is it to make?

Moderatestirred drink

Why: 2 ingredients, stirred drink, requires bar spoon

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

How to Make It

  1. Pour rum into a Highball glass over ice cubes.Pour
  2. Add orange juice, stir, and serve.Stirred

How to Serve

Glass
Highball Glass
Temperature
Chilled
Ice
Cubed ice
Method
Stirred
Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

VanillaCitrus

Supporting notes

SweetTart

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLight – Strong
BodyLight – Full
SweetnessDry – Sweet
AcidityFlat – Crisp
FruitinessEarthy – Fruity

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

  • SummerSuggested from its citrus notes.

Occasion tags are inferred from drink style, serving format, flavour profile, food-pairing theme, recipe metadata, strict multi-signal supplemental rules, and cached for public page performance.

Diet & lifestyle

Compatible, based on the listed ingredients

Gluten-FreeVeganVegetarian

Not compatible

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 Rum1 1/2 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

Orange Juice5 oz

Pineapple JuiceWorks, but changes the drink
How much to use
Use the same amount first; reduce sweetener if the drink becomes too rich.
What changes
Pineapple juice can replace orange juice when a more tropical result is acceptable.
Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible
Grapefruit JuiceNot a neutral swap
How much to use
Use less at first and consider adding a little sweetener.
What changes
Grapefruit juice is not a neutral substitute for orange juice; it makes the drink sharper and more bitter.
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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Frequently asked questions

What is a Rum Screwdriver?
The Rum Screwdriver is a cocktail made with 2 ingredients, traditionally served in a Highball Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 10.1%. A standard serving contains approximately 169 calories.
What does a Rum Screwdriver taste like?
Rum Screwdriver has a flavour profile featuring Vanilla, Citrus, Sweet, Tart. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
How strong is a Rum Screwdriver?
The Rum Screwdriver has an ABV of approximately 10.1%. That's approximately 1.09 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 169 kcal, 12.4g sugar, 15.4g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is a Rum Screwdriver typically served?
Rum Screwdriver is often suggested for Summer, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a Rum Screwdriver?
If you enjoy Rum Screwdriver, 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 Screwdriver at home?
Yes. The Rum Screwdriver uses 2 ingredients, making it easy to prepare at home. You will need a Highball 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 Screwdriver 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.