At Slydog, we love pushing the boundaries of what you can mix with spiced rum. Sure, Coke’s a classic — but there’s a whole world of flavours waiting to be explored. Here are 25 of our favourite mixers (trust us — we’ve tested them!): Ginger beer Cloudy apple juice Pineapple juice Cola (you can’t skip it) Blood orange soda Vanilla cream soda Coconut water Grapefruit juice Iced tea Cold brew coffee Lemonade Spicy tomato juice Rhubarb soda Pomegranate juice Mango juice Watermelon juice Tonic water Cranberry juice Elderflower tonic Chai tea Coconut milk Almond milk Sparkling water with lime Pear...

We love cracking open a fresh bottle of Slydog — but what happens if it takes you a little while to finish? Here’s the lowdown on how long spiced rum lasts after opening. The Quick Answer Opened spiced rum can easily stay drinkable for 1 to 2 years, sometimes longer — if you store it well. The alcohol acts as a preservative, so it won’t spoil in the way some other drinks do. But the flavour can change over time, especially if the bottle is often opened and exposed to air. What Affects How Long Rum Lasts? Oxygen: The more...

How Long Does Unopened Rum Last? Unopened bottles of rum — including our delicious Slydog Spiced Rum — can last for years (even decades). Thanks to the high alcohol content (around 40%), bacteria or mould don’t grow in it.As long as the bottle is sealed tight and stored away from heat and sunlight, it’ll stay perfectly drinkable. Does Opened Rum Go Bad? Here’s where it gets interesting. Once you open your bottle, air starts interacting with the rum, slowly changing the flavour over time.While your spiced rum won’t “spoil” like milk would, after about 1–2 years the flavour can start...

Want to bring a little spice to your wedding?Spiced rum cocktails are a brilliant way to give your drinks menu a personal twist. Here are 5 ideas: Rum & Elderflower Fizz — light & floral Spiced Rum Mojito — fresh & minty Rum & Ginger Beer Mule — always a hit Spiced Rum Punch — perfect for reception drinks Rum Espresso Martini — late night cocktail bar Serve in beautiful glassware — garnish with fruit, mint or edible flowers — and your guests will remember your day for all the right reasons. Want to stock the bar?Shop SLY DOG Spiced...

Whether it’s for Christmas, birthdays or a “just because” gift — a great spiced rum gift set always hits the spot. Here’s what makes the perfect one: A quality bottle of spiced rum (like Slydog) Stylish packaging — it’s got to look the part Glassware or cocktail tools included Optional mixers or recipe cards At Slydog, we’re all about creating gift sets that wow — bold, fun, and full of flavour. If you’re shopping for a rum lover this year — make it Slydog. Check out our latest gift sets here:Shop Slydog Gift Sets →