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Islamorada's Tiki Bar: Birthplace of the Rum Runner Cocktail

Staff Writer
April 21, 2026
Islamorada's Tiki Bar: Birthplace of the Rum Runner Cocktail

Islamorada, Village of Islands, nestled in the heart of the Florida Keys, holds a unique place in cocktail history as the birthplace of the iconic Rum Runner. The popular drink was invented in the 1970s at the Tiki Bar, which is still a vibrant part of the Three Waters Resort & Marina today.

The Tiki Bar, located within the Islamorada Resort Collection's Three Waters Resort & Marina, has been serving up its signature creation for decades amid the laid-back island vibe of the Florida Keys. This local landmark continues to draw visitors and residents alike, eager to experience a piece of Islamorada's rich culinary and social heritage.

For those looking to enjoy the original Rum Runner, a visit to the Tiki Bar at Three Waters Resort & Marina offers a direct connection to the drink's storied origins right here in Islamorada, surrounded by the turquoise waters of the Atlantic.

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