Kaua‘i is the oldest of the main Hawaiian Islands—and one of the most beloved by travelers. From verdant valleys to the majestic Nāpali Coast, the Garden Isle makes for an idyllic vacation. Although a top destination, the island remains dotted with secluded beaches and home to some of the best under-the-radar businesses. You just need to […]
There’s no better combination for romance than chocolate and roses. Add a shot of Kōloa Rum Co.’s cacao rum, and your date night just leveled up. David Honma of the Kauaʻi-based rum company shares his recipe for what he’s calling the Chocolate and Roses cocktail, perfect for Valentine’s Day—or any day with your sweetheart. Chocolate
We may not be gathering for this weekend’s Super Bowl, but that doesn’t mean you have to keep the party bland. Do double-duty with Aloha Spice Co.’s Guava Lime Smoked Hawaiian Sea Salt—great on fish and chicken—by using this spice mix in a cocktail. David Honma, Kōloa Rum Co. mixologist, concocted this recipe, combing the
Who doesn’t love food? So give the gift that anyone—but especially those foodies on your list—will cherish. Or at least eat. 1. Kōloa Kaua’i Cacao Rum, Kōloa Rum Co. Photo: Courtesy of Big Island Candies The Hilo-based company recently released new locally inspired treats, including a dark chocolate-covered coffee brownie, piña colada shortbread cookies and coconut
Who doesn’t love rum? It‘s a liquor distilled from sugar—pure cane sugar, syrup or molasses—that adds the sweetness to some of the most popular vacation cocktails. The mai tai, daiquiri and mojito—they all owe their iconic tiki status to rum. Sunday, Aug. 16 is National Rum Day. So we asked our friends at Kōloa Rum
The mai tai is one of those quintessential Hawaiʻi cocktails. It’s that perfect blend of tropical flavors, orgeat and rum that’s best enjoyed on the beach—preferably at sunset. And there’s no better day to celebrate this drink than today, National Mai Tai Day.
“This is so good, it’s dangerous.” I’m intrigued—but since this woman is also handing out shots of alcohol, I’m also concerned. Kalei fills up my small glass with a ready-to-drink cocktail that combines pineapple and passion fruit purée with premium Kōloa Kaua‘i white rum. I consider her first statement as I easily down the cupful.
On Friday, Aug. 16 we will be celebrating National Rum Day—and what better way to celebrate (and have people asking “but why is the rum gone?”) than with one of these tropical-tasting drinks that come to us courtesy local distiller Koloa Rum Co., made from Hawaiian sugarcane on the island of Kauai. Classic Koloa Tai Photo:
