Substitute for Rum

Sugarcane-based spirit; adds warmth and vanilla-caramel notes.

  1. 1
    Vanilla extract + water1 tsp vanilla + 1 tbsp water per 1 tbsp rum
    Best

    For baking only.

    baking, frostings
  2. 2
    Pineapple juice + vanilla1 tbsp + 1/4 tsp

    Tropical-leaning.

    tropical desserts
  3. 3
    Rum extract + water1/2 tsp + 1 tbsp water per 1 tbsp rum

    Concentrated rum flavor, no alcohol.

    baking

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