What sets this recipe apart is its unexpected twist: infused rum, layers of tropical fruit, and a splash of citrus zest that shatters the ordinary. It’s perfect for those lazy afternoons or spontaneous parties when the usual drinks just won’t cut it. Plus, you get to play mad scientist with your ingredients, turning simple freezer staples into a knockout chilled masterpiece.
Tropical Infused Rum Ice
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Heat the water until just boiling and stir in the honey until fully dissolved, creating a sweet syrup. Pour the syrup into a mixing bowl and add the infused rum, mixing well to combine.
- Add the chopped tropical fruits to the rum mixture, folding gently to coat evenly with the infused liquid. This layering begins the flavor infusion process.
- Use a zester or fine grater to carefully zest citrus directly over the mixture, releasing bright aromatic oils. Stir gently to distribute the zest throughout the mixture.
- Pour the entire mixture into a freezer-safe container, spreading it out evenly and smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Place the container in the freezer and let it chill for at least 4 hours, gently stirring every hour to break up ice crystals and maintain a slushy texture.
- Once frozen and with a soft, scoopable consistency, serve the tropical infused rum ice in glasses, garnished with additional fruit or citrus zest if desired. Enjoy immediately for a refreshing, frozen treat.
Notes
Hi, I’m Lily Hayes, the cook, writer, and heart behind Loving This Process. This blog is built on a simple idea that food is not just about the final dish, but about everything that happens while you’re making it. The thinking, the tasting, the adjusting, the learning, and the quiet moments in between. Food has been a constant presence in my life, not as something flashy or perfect, but as something deeply grounding. Cooking has always felt like a process worth savoring, even when it’s messy, slow, or imperfect.
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