Taste profile
Strong, sweet, balanced, and smooth.
RumEasyOld-fashioned glass
Cocktail guide
Van Vleet
Van Vleet combines Light Rum, Maple Syrup, Lemon Juice in a ordinary drink served in a old-fashioned glass. It is a strong fit for summer patio and feels right at home in a well-stocked cocktail rotation.
Best for
Best for summer patio.
Quick fact
Van Vleet is usually served as a ordinary drink in a old-fashioned glass, and its identity is shaped by Light Rum, Maple Syrup, Lemon Juice.
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Ingredients
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How to make it
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Shake all ingredients with ice, strain into an old-fashioned glass over ice cubes, and serve.
Method
Shaken
Finish
Usually finished with Lemon Juice.
Taste map
Strength
Strong
Sweetness
Sweet
Sourness
Balanced
Bitterness
Smooth
Read: Van Vleet is a easy alcoholic cocktail for summer patio with Light Rum, Maple Syrup, Lemon Juice.
Texture and serve cues
✓Has citrus
-Has bubbles
-Creamy texture
-Frozen style
Glassware
Old-fashioned glass
Method
Shaken
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Flavor & pairing
Expect round sweetness, a spirit-forward finish with support from Light Rum, Maple Syrup, Lemon Juice. Great with grilled food, tacos, chips, citrusy bites, or party snacks.
Serving & context
Serve in a old-fashioned glass and aim for a easy prep that still feels polished in the glass. Van Vleet sits comfortably in the rum cocktail tradition, with an approachable style for home bartenders.
Background
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Van Vleet is usually served as a ordinary drink in a old-fashioned glass, and its identity is shaped by Light Rum, Maple Syrup, Lemon Juice.
Reference cards
Base spirit
Rum
Category
Ordinary Drink
Alcohol
Alcoholic
Glass
Old-fashioned glass
Method
Shaken
Garnish
Usually finished with Lemon Juice.
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