This epic Carnival Rum Jumper Cocktail is available in the Red Frog Pub on Carnival Cruises. This fruity tropical cocktail is easy to make at home and tastes terrific!

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Rum Jumper Cocktail

Is anyone else dreaming of being on a Carnival Cruise Ship right now? It feels like it has been so long since our Carnival Miracle Alaska Cruise this past summer.

I am in serious need of a cruise ship nap, a fruity tropical cocktail, and hearing the ship's horn sound as we leave port. We are working on booking a cruise, hopefully on the Carnival Radiance soon. I can't wait to check out this revamped ship now that it is sailing out of Los Angeles.

I also really want to sail on the new Carnival Mardi Gras! Have you seen how amazing this ship looks? I am already in love with the Fortune Teller bar and have not yet set foot on board.

Until we book a cruise ship trip, I figured it was time to share another Carnival Cruise cocktail you can make at home. It may be cold outside, but we can dream of being in a tropical paradise while staying inside. LOL!

If you are a fan of the Red Frog Pub—and let's be honest, who isn't—make sure to check out the Ting Mojito. It's so good!

One of our favorite places to visit on a Carnival Cruise Ship is the Red Frog Pub, where you can enjoy the Caribbean vibe. We also love the Red Frog Rum Bar on the Lido Deck. Their cocktail menu is fantastic.

Rum Jumper Cocktail in a hurricane glass on a Carnival napkin sitting on a bar

Ingredients Needed

Here is a quick overview of the simple ingredients for making an epic Rum Jumper Cocktail! The printable recipe card at the bottom of the post includes specific measurements and step-by-step instructions.

Bacardi Rum
Gosling Dark Rum
Pineapple Juice
Orange Juice
Angostura Bitters
Banana Liqueur
Grenadine

Garnish - Maraschino Cherry

Equipment Needed

OXO Angled Jiggers: These jiggers are our go-to measuring tools for cocktails. They work perfectly for pouring in layers for cocktails.
Cocktail Shaker: This cocktail shaker comes with a fantastic set of tools.
Hurricane Glass: For a truly tropical look, serve this drink in a hurricane glass.

Maraschino cherry on top of a Rum Jumper cocktail sitting on a Carnival cruise napkin

How to make a Rum Jumper

I've included complete instructions in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post, but here's a quick version.

Pour the ingredients into a cocktail shaker filled with ice, then shake and strain into a hurricane glass filled with ice.

Drizzle grenadine on the top of the drink and garnish with a maraschino cherry.

Carnival Rum Jumper cocktail in a hurricane glass on a Carnival Napkin on a wooden table

Preparation and Storage

Make Ahead:

For presentation and taste, we recommend making this Rum Jumper Cocktail as you plan to drink it. The pineapple and orange juices will taste best when fresh.

Freezing/How to Freeze:

Blend the cocktail ingredients with a handful of ice for a frozen version.

Recipe Variations + Tips for the Best Rum Jumper Cocktail

Substitutions:

You can replace Bacardi with another coconut rum; just use a coconut-flavored rum for the same flavor. Similarly, you can use another dark rum in this cocktail.

Vegetarian + Vegan Option:

This yummy Carnival Cruise cocktail is vegetarian and vegan.

Gluten-Free:

The Rum Jumper cocktail is gluten-free if you replace Gosling Dark Rum with a gluten-free alternative, as this ingredient may not be gluten-free.

Alcohol-Free Option:

Replace the rums, bitters, and banana liqueur with NA alternatives to make this Carnival Cruise cocktail alcohol-free.

Larger Group/More Servings:

The written recipe makes one cocktail. If you are serving a group, adjust the slider in the recipe card below to the serving size you need.

Sugar-Free:

The written recipe contains 11 grams of sugar per serving. Make it sugar-free with sugar-free grenadine and banana liqueur, and check that your pineapple and orange juices have no added sugars.

What to Serve with a Carnival Rum Jumper Cocktail

We hope this tropical Rum Jumper Cocktail reminds you of your favorite Carnival Cruise vacation memories! Here are other menu planning suggestions to help you recreate the magic of a Carnival Cruise from home.

Main Dishes: Carnival Cruise Guy's Burger Joint Pig Patty Burger

Desserts: Carnival Chocolate Melting Cake

Drinks: Carnival Rum Jumper, Carnival Cruise Ting Mojito, Copy Cat Carnival Kiss on the Lips Cocktail, Copy Cat Carnival Caribbean Colada, Copy Cat Carnival Cruise Cruiser Cocktail, Copy Cat Carnival Caribbean Breeze Cocktail, Carnival Cruise Alchemy Bar Cucumber Sunrise