Data ranking
Low ABV Rum Cocktails, Ranked by Data
The lowest-ABV Rum cocktails in this data are Limona Corona (5.9% ABV), Happy Skipper (6.3% ABV), Caribbean Boilermaker (6.8% ABV).
We reviewed 189 nutrition-complete recipes and found 25 that fit this guide. Median: 17.9g sugar.
189Recipes reviewed
25Matching this guide
17.9gMedian sugar
207 kcalMedian calories
10.1%Median ABV
Ranked recipes
| # | Drink | Why it ranks | ABV | Nutrition | Alcohol | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Limona Corona | 5.9% ABV | 5.9% | 383 kcal · 3.8g sugar · 26.3g carbs | 2.63 std | Quick, easy serve |
| 2 | Happy Skipper | 6.3% ABV | 6.3% | 147 kcal · 27.0g sugar · 27.0g carbs | 0.37 std | Cocktail |
| 3 | Caribbean Boilermaker | 6.8% ABV | 6.8% | 417 kcal · 3.8g sugar · 26.3g carbs | 3.06 std | Quick, easy serve |
| 4 | Frozen Daiquiri | 6.8% ABV | 6.8% | 174 kcal · 8.6g sugar · 12.4g carbs | 1.32 std | Cocktail |
| 5 | Rum Coooler | 7.1% ABV | 7.1% | 186 kcal · 28.4g sugar · 28.4g carbs | 0.73 std | Cocktail |
| 6 | Pineapple Dream Cocktail | 8.0% ABV | 8.0% | 114 kcal · 6.9g sugar · 12.6g carbs | 0.67 std | Quick, easy serve |
| 7 | Rum Milk Punch | 8.6% ABV | 8.6% | 291 kcal · 14.6g sugar · 14.6g carbs | 1.46 std | Cocktail |
| 8 | September Morn Cocktail | 8.8% ABV | 8.8% | 172 kcal · 19.7g sugar · 23.7g carbs | 0.73 std | Cocktail |
| 9 | A Day at the Beach | 9.3% ABV | 9.3% | 207 kcal · 24.4g sugar · 27.5g carbs | 0.93 std | Cocktail |
| 10 | Planter's Punch No. 1 | 9.7% ABV | 9.7% | 402 kcal · 62.4g sugar · 66.3g carbs | 1.46 std | Cocktail |
| 11 | Fort Lauderdale | 10.0% ABV | 10.0% | 313 kcal · 17.9g sugar · 30.5g carbs | 2.01 std | Cocktail |
| 12 | Abilene | 10.1% ABV | 10.1% | 175 kcal · 15.1g sugar · 17.5g carbs | 1.09 std | Quick, easy serve |
| 13 | Rum Screwdriver | 10.1% ABV | 10.1% | 169 kcal · 12.4g sugar · 15.4g carbs | 1.09 std | Quick, easy serve |
| 14 | Orange Push-up | 10.6% ABV | 10.6% | 198 kcal · 20.6g sugar · 23.0g carbs | 1.09 std | Cocktail |
| 15 | Apple Pie with A Crust | 10.7% ABV | 10.7% | 117 kcal · 8.7g sugar · 12.4g carbs | 0.74 std | Quick, easy serve |
| 16 | Jamaican Crawler | 10.7% ABV | 10.7% | 284 kcal · 37.7g sugar · 43.2g carbs | 1.07 std | Cocktail |
| 17 | Cream Soda | 10.8% ABV | 10.8% | 181 kcal · 27.0g sugar · 27.0g carbs | 0.73 std | Quick, easy serve |
| 18 | Tchoupitolas Street Guzzle | 10.8% ABV | 10.8% | 113 kcal · 4.5g sugar · 6.3g carbs | 0.73 std | Quick, easy serve |
| 19 | Gaugin | 10.9% ABV | 10.9% | 341 kcal · 43.9g sugar · 53.4g carbs | 1.46 std | Cocktail |
| 20 | Pineapple Cocktail | 10.9% ABV | 10.9% | 212 kcal · 13.3g sugar · 19.3g carbs | 1.46 std | Quick, easy serve |
| 21 | Ringo Starr | 10.9% ABV | 10.9% | 327 kcal · 45.3g sugar · 51.0g carbs | 1.46 std | Cocktail |
| 22 | Chicago Fizz | 11.2% ABV | 11.2% | 146 kcal · 6.3g sugar · 8.5g carbs | 1.07 std | Cocktail |
| 23 | Hurricane | 11.9% ABV | 11.9% | 425 kcal · 46.8g sugar · 57.4g carbs | 2.19 std | Cocktail |
| 24 | Orange Whip | 12.3% ABV | 12.3% | 291 kcal · 10.8g sugar · 13.2g carbs | 1.44 std | Cocktail |
| 25 | Rum Swizzle | 12.3% ABV | 12.3% | 325 kcal · 43.4g sugar · 45.4g carbs | 1.46 std | Cocktail |
All nutrition values are estimates based on standard recipe quantities. — = data not available.
Best picks by use case
Things to watch
- Recipe variations differ by bartender and bar — actual values may vary
- Double pours are not accounted for in standard recipe estimates
- ABV and standard drinks matter even when sugar and calories are low
- Some drinks are inherently higher in one metric even when lower in another
Methodology
Is this guide right for you?
Good fit if:
- You want a data-backed shortlist of drink options
- You want ranked results rather than a generic list
- You want to compare options across a specific axis
Poor fit if:
- You need medical or dietary advice
- You need exact bar-specific values — these are data estimates
- You need a complete guide to this drink category
Frequently asked questions
- How is the ABV ranking calculated?
- This page ranks directly on estimated alcohol by volume (ABV) from WhatDrink recipe quantities and ingredient strength data. Lower estimated ABV ranks ahead; sugar, calories, and carbs are shown as separate context rather than being blended into the ABV rank.
- Are these nutrition values accurate?
- These are estimates based on standard recipe quantities and ingredient nutrition data in the WhatDrink database. Actual values vary by brand, bartender pour, glass size, and preparation method. Use this as a relative comparison guide, not a precise dietary calculator.
- Does lower ABV always mean a healthier drink?
- Not necessarily. A single lower metric does not make a cocktail healthier overall. Alcohol, calories, sugar, carbs, serving size, and individual context are different dimensions. Use this ranking for relative comparison on alcohol by volume (ABV), then check the other displayed metrics separately.
- How should I use this page to choose a drink?
- The table lets you compare rum cocktails side by side on ABV. Click through to any individual cocktail page for the full ingredient list and nutrition breakdown. The "Top picks" panel adds cross-metric context without changing the page's primary ranking method.
- How many rum cocktails are on this page?
- This ranking includes 25 rum cocktails that pass WhatDrink's recipe quality and data completeness filters. The list updates as new recipes are added to the database.
- Why focus on rum specifically?
- Rum is the base spirit, which sets the alcohol foundation. The mixers and modifiers around it determine most of the sugar and calorie variation, making rum cocktails a useful controlled comparison.