# Nautical Memorial Day Cocktails The Cruzan Black Strap Navigator is Infused With Lemon and Ginger By Jana Pijak | Published 2015-05-25 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/memorial-day-cocktail References: [cruzanrum](http://cruzanrum.com/lpa) The Cruzan Black Strap Navigator is a Memorial Day cocktail created by one of the [rum distillery's talented mixologists](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pussers-rum-night-watch), Jesse Card. The refreshing drink recipe is made from 2 parts Cruzan Black Strap Rum, a 1/2 part [fresh lime juice and ginger beer](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sly-dog-rum-spiced-n-stormy) ingredients, making it perfect for summer. This [light rum recipe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/captain-morgan-muck-pit-brew) is a Memorial Day cocktail that tastes best when served with a healthy helping of ice and will appeal to fans of exotic drinks that aren't too overwhelming on a hot summer day. Its mix of Cruzan Black Strap Rum, lime and ginger ingredients make it a healthier drink recipe than most. The ingredients give this cocktail a refreshing kick and will quench summer thirst in seconds. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 42% | Activity: 55% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Drinking](https://www.trendhunter.com/drinking) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Summer Cocktail Recipes:** Opportunity to create refreshing and healthy cocktail recipes using unique ingredients for the summer season. - **Exotic Flavors:** Innovative ways to blend unique flavors to create unique exotic drinks for cocktail enthusiasts. - **Health-conscious Beverages:** A trend towards healthier and natural ingredients in drink recipes that can appeal to conscious consumers looking for delicious and healthier options. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Beverage Industry:** Opportunities to create healthier summer drinks using natural ingredients that appeal to conscious consumers. - **Hospitality Industry:** The potential to incorporate exotic and healthy cocktail recipes into menus to attract and retain customers. - **Food Industry:** Opportunities for restaurants and food companies to incorporate healthier cocktail recipes that complement their food offerings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Water-Inspired Rum Recipes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kraken-water-cocktail.md) - [Sailing-Inspired Cocktail Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apres-sail-summer-collection.md) - [Boldly Black Spiced Rums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-spiced-rums.md) - [Curated Seasonal Cocktail Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/summer-taste-essentials-kit.md) - [Ready-to-Drink Rum Punches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caribbean-punch.md) - [Cocktail-Inspired Malt Beverages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/captain-morgan-sliced.md) - [Canned Bermuda-Themed Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goslings-dark-n-stormy.md) - [Warming Ginger Beer Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spiced-rum-ginger-beer.md) - [Spiced Rum Canned Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/readytodrink-rum-cocktail.md)