Limey Apricot Rum Cooler

Submitted by Mami J

"SO Refreshing and not too sweet! I often times substitute the rum for tequila and add a little more lime. A Martha Stewart recipe."

 

• Ready In: 10mins
• Ingredients: 6
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 2 tablespoons lime zest, finely grated (about 6 limes)
• 6 tablespoons sugar
• 1⁄4 cup fresh lime juice, plus
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (About 3 limes)
• 2 cups apricot nectar, chilled
• 1 1⁄4 cups light rum

directions

1. Place the lime zest and sugar in the bowl of a food processor and pulse until finely ground. Measure out 1/4 cup mixture and transfer the rest to a shallow dish. Pour 2 Tb lime juice in another dish. Dip the rims of 4 glasses into lime juice and then into zest mixture. In a blender puree the nectar with the rum and remaining lime juice and zest mixture. Pour into prepared glasses and serve.

Reviews

[Baby Kato]

This was a very strong drink. I found that the rum overpowered the apricot and lime. I'm glad that I tried it though. Thanks for sharing.