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Lime Rum Cocktails for Happy Hour — Ranked by Data

The lime rum cocktails below make sense for happy hour: each leads with lime character and holds up in that setting. They are ranked by recipe quality from the WhatDrink database, and the notes explain how each option fits the requested flavor and context so you can compare the qualifying drinks.

86Recipes reviewed
20Matching this guide
9.2gMedian sugar
188 kcalMedian calories
19.1%Median ABV

Ranked recipes

#DrinkWhy it ranksBest for
1AcapulcoLime-forward rum option for happy hour · 160 kcalBest for happy hour
2Apple Rum RickeyLime-forward rum option for happy hour · 111 kcalBest for happy hour
3Apricot LadyLime-forward rum option for happy hour · 232 kcalBest for happy hour
4Bacardi CocktailLime-forward rum option for happy hour · 299 kcalBest for happy hour
5BarracudaLime-forward rum option for happy hour · 247 kcalBest for happy hour
6Boston Side CarLime-forward rum option for happy hour · 186 kcalBest for happy hour
7Boston Sidecar CocktailLime-forward rum option for happy hour · 186 kcalBest for happy hour
8BuckjonesLime-forward rum option for happy hour · 189 kcalBest for happy hour
9CaipirissimaLime-forward rum option for happy hour · 285 kcalBest for happy hour
10Casa BlancaLime-forward rum option for happy hour · 183 kcalBest for happy hour
11Corn n OilLime-forward rum option for happy hour · 175 kcalBest for happy hour
12Cuba LibraLime-forward rum option for happy hour · 187 kcalBest for happy hour
13Cuba LibreLime-forward rum option for happy hour · 178 kcalBest for happy hour
14Cuban Cocktail No. 1Lime-forward rum option for happy hour · 279 kcalBest for happy hour
15Cuban Special CocktailLime-forward rum option for happy hour · 276 kcalBest for happy hour
16DaiquiriLime-forward rum option for happy hour · 117 kcalBest for happy hour
17Daiquiri CocktailLime-forward rum option for happy hour · 207 kcalBest for happy hour
18Floridita No. 1Lime-forward rum option for happy hour · 417 kcalBest for happy hour
19Fort LauderdaleLime-forward rum option for happy hour · 313 kcalBest for happy hour
20Frozen DaiquiriLime-forward rum option for happy hour · 174 kcalBest for happy hour

Best picks by use case

Lowest sugar

Apple Rum Rickey

0.4g estimated sugar

~111 kcal · 0.4g sugar

Simplest recipe

Daiquiri Cocktail

3 ingredients

~207 kcal · 17.1g sugar

Methodology

Is this guide right for you?

Good fit if:

  • You want drinks that actually fit this setting, not just keyword matches
  • You want a ranked shortlist rather than a generic occasion list
  • You want flavour and strength context alongside the ranking

Poor fit if:

  • You need a complete drinks menu for an event
  • You need exact bar-specific values — these are data estimates
  • You expect a single 'best' drink for every person — occasion fit is personal

Frequently asked questions

What cocktails are on this page?
This page lists 20 cocktails matched on multiple criteria — rum as the base, lime flavor profile, happy hour occasion fit — from WhatDrink data. All pass quality and completeness filters.
Why combine multiple criteria?
Single-signal pages (e.g. "gin cocktails" or "citrus cocktails") have broad results. Combining criteria — spirit + flavor + occasion — surfaces drinks that genuinely fit a specific mood or context, reducing decision fatigue.
What do these cocktails taste like?
Flavor profiles vary but share the matched criteria. Check individual drink pages for full flavor tags, tasting notes, and sensory profiles.
How many drinks are on this page?
There are 20 cocktails on this page. The list updates as new recipes are added to WhatDrink.
Why do these lime rum cocktails work for happy hour?
Each qualifies on all three signals — rum as the base, a flavor profile that leads with lime, and a fit for happy hour — so the list is already narrowed to drinks that suit the setting. The ranking notes explain the flavor and context evidence behind each option so you can compare the qualifying drinks.
What foods pair with these cocktails?
Food pairing suggestions are available on individual drink pages.
Can I make these at home?
Most cocktails here use accessible bar ingredients. Click through to any recipe for the full ingredient list and step-by-step preparation.