Added May 10, 2026

151 Swizzle

A powerhouse Demerara classic that tames the intense heat of overproof rum with lime, sugar, and the dilution of crushed ice.

AI-assisted recipe · verify proportions before serving

Glass: Collins glass
Method: Swizzle
Ice: Crushed
Garnish: Mint sprig
Serves: 1

Servings 1

Ingredients

1.5 oz Overproof Demerara rum — Lemon Hart 151 traditional
0.5 oz Fresh lime juice
0.5 oz Demerara syrup — Simple syrup acceptable
1 dash Angostura bitters

Story

I asked for recommendations for Lemon Hart 151 — wanting more than the usual “float on top” application. You suggested the 151 Swizzle first as the purist’s way to experience the rum’s smoky Demerara profile as a primary base. You walked me through the technical case: crushed ice is mechanically necessary at 75.5% ABV, providing both rapid chilling and the dilution that makes the rum drinkable.

Method

Fill a tall glass with crushed ice.
Add all ingredients directly to the glass.
Swizzle with a bar spoon or swizzle stick until the outside of the glass frosts.
Top with additional crushed ice and garnish with a fresh mint sprig.

Notes

Dilution is the mechanical necessity here given the 75.5% ABV.
Demerara syrup is preferred over simple — its molasses depth complements the rum’s character.