Corn 'n' Oil

Looking for a sophisticated non-alcoholic cocktail that'll stand up to its classic counterpart? Our non-alcoholic version of the Corn 'n' Oil, originally from Barbados, is the perfect choice. Unlike juicy mocktail recipes, this zero-proof libation offers the intensity of an alcoholic drink, making it a standout choice for any occasion. While you can use any dark non-alcoholic rum, we recommend Ritual Zero Proof Rum for its robust flavor, richness, and spice.

The traditional Corn 'n' Oil recipe calls for falernum liqueur (which is very low in alcohol), but for a truly alcohol-free cocktail, we suggest using falernum syrup—BG Reynolds produces an excellent option that complements this drink perfectly. We switch things up a bit more to ensure a satisfying experience: instead of adding lime juice, we muddle two lime wedges, releasing the juice while infusing the drink with bitterness from the lime peel, adding complexity and depth. Our New Orleans bitters are used instead of traditional aromatic bitters, balancing the spice in Ritual's Rum with tart cherry, hibiscus, and anise.

This non-alcoholic Corn 'n' Oil drinks like a more exciting Rum Old Fashioned, offering a satisfying spirit-forward experience. Plus, it's only 30 calories and very low in sugar, unlike your standard sweet and sugary mocktails.

Corn 'n' Oil (Non-Alcoholic)

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Category

Non-Alcoholic Cocktail / Mocktail Recipes

Servings

1

Prep Time

0 minutes

Cook Time

3 minutes

Calories

30

This easy-to-make mocktail drinks like the more exciting version of a Rum Old Fashioned.

Ingredients

• 2 oz non-alcoholic dark rum

• ¼ oz falernum syrup

• 3 dashes All The Bitter New Orleans bitters

• 2 lime wedges

Directions

1. Muddle lime wedges with bitters and falernum syrup at the bottom of a rocks glass.

2. Add rum, fill glass with ice, and stir to chill. (Leave lime wedges in the finished drink.)

Recipe Note

A note on falernum: Standard falernum liqueur is typically very low in alcohol (11% ABV). Since this drink only calls for 1/4 oz, making it with alcoholic falernum will result in a drink that's less than 1% ABV in total, which might be fine for a non-drinker depending on their comfort level. For a totally non-alcoholic option, or if serving this in a bar, Falernum syrup is the better choice.

Non-alcoholic rum options: We recommend Ritual Zero Proof Rum for its intensity of flavor, body (it actually feels like an alcoholic spirit), and spice. Your favorite dark non-alcoholic rum can certainly be used here, but we recommend Ritual Rum.

More rum mocktail recipes: Want to explore some more non-alcoholic rum cocktails? Check out our Old Cuban (it's like a mojito, but better), this tropical Painkiller recipe, or this killer NA Espresso Martini.