The Adam is a classic rum sour that balances the depth of dark rum with the brightness of fresh lemon juice and a touch of grenadine. Simple, elegant, and slightly tart, it reflects early pre-Prohibition cocktail style with a warm reddish hue and a clean finish.
Shake the dark rum, lemon juice, and grenadine with ice until well chilled. Strain into a chilled Martini glass. Garnish with a lemon twist and serve.
Served straight up in a Martini glass, the drink shows a soft rosy tone from the grenadine, finished with a thin lemon twist.
Pairs well with seafood and fried appetizers such as shrimp, crab, or oysters.
The Adam appears in early 20th-century cocktail literature as a classic rum sour structure enhanced with a small amount of grenadine.
Ideal as a pre-dinner drink or for intimate cocktail-focused evenings.
Caramel and molasses notes from the rum are lifted by fresh citrus acidity, creating a balanced sweet-tart palate with a smooth, warming finish.
Classy, understated, and slightly adventurous — a cocktail for those who appreciate balanced rum sours.
Some versions use aged rum for additional depth or slightly reduce lemon juice for a rounder profile.
18%
⚠️ Alcoholic beverage: not suitable for minors, pregnant individuals, or designated drivers. Please enjoy responsibly.
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