Cocktails

Rum Toddy

Rum Toddy is an alcoholic cocktail built on Rum. It leans sweet and vanilla. Served in a Old-Fashioned Glass. Expect about 32.8% ABV and roughly 157 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic32.8% ABV4 ingredients

At a Glance

157 kcalCalories

32.8%ABV

5.5gSugar

5.5gCarbs

1.46Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition.

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How hard is it to make?

Moderatestirred drink

Why: 4 ingredients, stirred drink, requires bar spoon

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

2 oz light or darkRumBase Spirit
2 tspPowdered sugarSweetener
1 twist ofLemon peelGarnish
2 tspWaterMixer

How to Make It

Dissolve powdered sugar in water in an old-fashioned glass.
Add rum and one ice cube and stir.Stirred
Add the twist of lemon peel and serve.Serve

How to Serve

Glass: Old-Fashioned Glass
Temperature: Warm
Method: Stirred

Served Warm

Taste profile

Primary flavours

Sweet Vanilla

Supporting notes

Citrus Tart

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLight – Strong

BodyLight – Full

SweetnessDry – Sweet

AcidityFlat – Crisp

FruitinessEarthy – Fruity

High ABV

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

Winter / CozySuggested from the drink's flavour and serve.

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

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

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Reviewed ingredient substitutions

Powdered Sugar2 tsp

Superfine SugarWorks, with a noticeable change

How much to use: Dissolve well; sweetness may need a small adjustment.
What changes: Superfine sugar can replace powdered sugar in many shaken drinks.

Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Lemon Peel1 twist of

Lemon TwistGood swap

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

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 Toddy?: The Rum Toddy is a cocktail made with 4 ingredients, traditionally served in a Old-Fashioned Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 32.8%. A standard serving contains approximately 157 calories.
What does a Rum Toddy taste like?: Rum Toddy has a flavour profile featuring Sweet, Vanilla, Citrus. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
How strong is a Rum Toddy?: The Rum Toddy has an ABV of approximately 32.8%. That's approximately 1.46 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 157 kcal, 5.5g sugar, 5.5g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is a Rum Toddy typically served?: Rum Toddy is often suggested for Winter / Cozy, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a Rum Toddy?: If you enjoy Rum Toddy, 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 Toddy at home?: Yes. The Rum Toddy uses 4 ingredients, making it straightforward to prepare at home. You will need a Old-Fashioned 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 Toddy 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.