Hello Hannah. You actually have the foundation for a very pleasant, refreshing drink, and you do not need any specialized bar tools to put it together.
A dependable baseline ratio is two parts pineapple juice to one part white rum. If you do not have a cocktail jigger to measure, a standard shot glass works perfectly, or you can use regular kitchen measurements where two ounces of rum equals four tablespoons, and four ounces of pineapple juice equals half a measuring cup.
Here is a simple way to assemble it:
1. Fill any standard drinking glass with ice cubes.
2. Pour in about 1.5 to 2 ounces of your white rum, followed by 3 to 4 ounces of pineapple juice.
3. If you have a fresh lime or lemon at home, squeeze in a small wedge (around half a tablespoon of juice). Store-bought pineapple juice and inexpensive rum can both lean quite sweet, and a touch of fresh citrus acidity balances the flavors and makes the cocktail taste much more refined.
4. Use a regular dinner spoon to stir everything gently for about 15 to 20 seconds so the drink properly chills and combines.
If you find the mixture too strong or too sweet, you can also top it off with a splash of plain soda water, sparkling water, or ginger ale. Enjoy your drink, and feel free to adjust the ratio to match your personal preference.
