How to Recreate Your Favorite Beach Cocktails at Home with Still Spirits

March 28, 2025

Bring the Beach to Your Backyard with This Tropical Rum Favourite

There’s something about that first sip of a beachside cocktail—refreshing, fruity, slightly sweet bliss that whisks you away from the everyday. You know the one: a chilled mojito during a summer barbie, or a daiquiri with mates on a lazy Sunday afternoon. It’s not just the drink, it’s the feeling. And what if you could bottle that vibe at home, no fancy tiki bar required?

Good news—you absolutely can. With one simple product and a bit of kitchen bench magic, you’ll be shaking up pub-quality cocktails without ever needing to leave your verandah. Let me introduce you to your new secret weapon for beachy cocktails at home—the Still Spirits White Rum.

Your Home Bar’s Best Kept Secret

I’ve tasted a fair share of homebrew spirits—some gems, some, well... let’s just say they’re still fermenting in the shed. But this one's a game-changer. The Still Spirits White Rum essence turns your plain neutral alcohol into a smooth, slightly sweet beauty with just a hint of molasses. Think of it like the Cuban cousin to your regular spirits.

Here’s what’s brilliant: there’s no fancy equipment, sugar packs or chemistry sets here—just mix the essence into your spirit, give it a swirl, and you’re ready to pour. This gem creates enough flavouring for two 1.125L batches, so it pays for itself in under a weekend of happy hour delights.

Three-Ingredient Mojito? Yes Please.

You know the Sunday ritual… crank up the smoker, test that new grill rub, cricket on in the background, and the esky filled to the brim. But when everyone shows up asking, “You got anything other than beer?”—now you’ve got the perfect answer.

Here’s one of my go-to no-fuss recipes with this essence as the star:

50ml of your homemade white rum (flavoured with Still Spirits White Rum)
Fresh lime juice and a sprig of mint
Soda water and a teaspoon of raw sugar

Swirl it in a tall glass, smash a few ice cubes in, give it a cheeky mix, and there it is—your very own minty miracle. Bartender who?

Daiquiris That Don’t Break the Bank

If you’ve ever forked over $22 for a watered-down daiquiri at a rooftop bar, I feel your pain. Here’s the thing—homemade white rum cocktails don’t have to taste homemade (if you know what I mean). This essence gives your neutral alcohol a real clean, bright finish you’d expect from a premium drop.

So when your partner texts, “Can you grab something fruity for date night?”, don’t panic. Just pull out your flavoured rum, chill a coupe glass, and blend together:

45ml of your Still Spirits White Rum
30ml fresh lime juice
15ml simple syrup

No umbrellas required—unless you’re into that sort of thing.

The Set-Up Every Home Brewer Needs

Your beer game might be rock solid…but spirits take it up a notch. And with something as easy-to-use as the Still Spirits White Rum, you don’t need to wait six weeks or fuss with wild yeasts. It’s as DIY as it gets—mix, shake, sip. Even better, it costs way less than stocking up on top-shelf rum from the bottle-o every weekend.

“Mate, what brand is this? It actually tastes better than Bacardi.”

I’ve heard it more than once. And it never gets old.

For the Love of Brewing (and Backyard Cocktails)

Whether you’ve just finished bottling your latest pale ale, or you’ve got a still spitting out its third run, this one’s for you. Being able to craft something classic like rum—right in your own home—isn’t about showing off. It’s about enjoying the process, making something authentic, and smiling every time someone asks, “You made this?!”

If you're looking for other spirit essences or need help rounding out your home setup, pop into Strathalbyn H Hardware. The crew’s always up for a yarn, and they know their brews back to front.

Cheers to that next perfect mojito on your back deck 🥂

Catch you at the next mix-up,
Candeece