One thing we love about a strawberry daiquiri is that it’s easy to make it “virgin” (without alcohol). To make this delicious drink, real coconut is the preferred ingredient. However, if you are not able to use fresh coconuts, you can substitute it for cream of coconut (as we have used in this recipe). Making yourKremasvegan (or dairy free) isn’t difficult. Simply replace the sweetened condensed milk with coconut condensed milk. And instead of using evaporated milk, use additional coconut milk. Rum cream is a sweet, alcoholic drink that is made with rum and cream. It is often served chilled and can be used as a mixer with other drinks. Coca-Cola came to Cuba in 1900, and while we don’t know who first invented the Cuba Libre, the important thing to know is that it has to have lime.

Cream of coconut:Best to use cream of coconut as a replacement to real coconut, as it will provide that extra creaminess we are looking, the texture that is highly sought-after and that is found in Haitian Kremas. A few of these recipes call for specialty milk products such as soy or evaporated milk. For the most part,the milk that is sitting in your refrigerator will do. Also, if you prefer, feel free to use an alternative such as rice, almond, or even cashew milk. You may need to make a few adjustments to the recipe, but they typically do a very good job. Coffee liqueurs are quite popular and make an appearance in the vodka-based dirty birdand brandy-based separator. Add an ingredient or two and you can have a Smith & Kearnsor a toasted almond. Rum is a versatile spirit and can be used in many different mixed drinks. Here are a few of our favorites:On the fruitier side, try the orange-melon-pineapple combo of the vampire's kiss. For something a little less involved, the peachy-orange of the white carnationis a delight.

Have you ever had rum cream? No? There is a reason why, it is a specialty mix that is sold in Jamaica and unless you have had the pleasure of lying on the beaches there you probably have not had it since it is not available in the U.S. Still, even if you haven’t tasted it take a look at the ingredients below, you want some now don’t you? Go grab whatever ingredients you don’t have on hand, bring them home, and lets whip up this badboy. Poolside, porch, wherever-it’s gonna be so good. A delicious creamy rum drink that stands alone amazing over ice or as a delicious base in drinks you will want to keep some in your fridge at all times. It seems that Rum Cream is the base for most of the amazing drink concoctions we enjoyed while at Sandals Ochi this spring….given that we wanted to recreate some of the drinks at home, we had to figure out how to recreate this base first! Planter’s Punch with fresh lime juice was created in Jamaica and became popularized when it was published in a London magazine in 1878. Rum or Vodka:Last step but completely optional, is only added to add some oomph to the drink. How To Make Haitian Cremas? As one of the most popular white rum drinks, the strawberry daiquiri has earned its spot in our hearts.

We strongly recommend you do not blend the ingredients as it is not the authentic way to make kremas. When infusing your ingredients, make sure to use whole spices as they are pungent and will provide that robust flavor that is often and naturally found in cremas. To begin, from start to finish over low heat, start by adding the evaporated milk. Most Haitian use Carnation milk brand. Then add in the coconut milk while stirring. Continue stirring until the coconut milk has dissolved completely. Then add in the Cream Of Coconut Milk and Condensed Milk. Continue stirring in a circular motion until completely dissolved. We strongly recommend you do not blend the ingredients as it is not the authentic way to make kremas.