One of the best things about visiting the Bahamas or anywhere in the Caribbean is enjoying the variety of food and tropical drinks that the islands are famous for. In this article we've compiled a list of some of the most popular tropical drinks from the Bahamas & the Caribbean, as well as the ingredients that make them great.

Margarita - This classic favorite can be served on the rocks or frozen.

Ingredients: 1 1/2 oz tequila, 1/2 oz triple sec, 1 oz fresh lime juice, sugar or salt to rim the glass

Rum Runner - This fruity rum drink is another popular Bahamian favorite.

Ingredients: 1 1/2 oz light rum, 1/2 oz blackberry brandy, 1/2 oz creme de banane, 2 oz pineapple juice, 2 oz orange juice, dash of grenadine

Goombay Smash - This drink has a good dose of spirit with a combination of fruit juices.

Ingredients: 1 oz spiced rum, 1 oz coconut rum, 1/4 oz apricot brandy, 2 oz pineapple juice, 2 oz orange juice

Yellow Bird - Similar to a screwdriver, this drink replaces the vodka with two types of rum.

Ingredients: 1 oz light rum, 1 oz dark rum, 1/4 oz Galliano, 1 1/4 oz orange juice, juice of half a lime

Bahama Mama - This is a Caribbean favorite, with a rum and juice mixture that's irresistible.

Ingredients: 2 oz dark rum, 1 oz light rum, 1 oz coconut rum, 2 oz orange juice, 2 oz pineapple juice, 1/2 oz lemon juice, 2 dashes grenadine

Pina Colada - Whether it's served shaken or blended with ice, this tropical favorite tastes as wonderful as it looks.

Ingredients: 2 oz rum, 2 oz coconut cream, 1 oz coconut milk, 1 oz pineapple chunks

Calypso Sun - This smooth and sweet creation bursts with fruity flavor.

Ingredients: 2 oz light rum, 1 oz cream of coconut, 2 oz pineapple juice, 1 oz orange juice

Mojito - This fresh light rum drink takes some work to create, but its refreshing taste makes it worth it.

Ingredients: 1 1/2 oz white rum, 1/2 cup club soda, 10 fresh mint leaves, 1/2 cup ice cubes

Kalik Beer - This light-bodied beer is well carbonated and smooth, leaving a light and clean taste.

Sands Beer - This crisp-tasting beer has a smooth, soft, pleasant texture and classic gold color.

When you're enjoying your time relaxing at one of the many all-inclusive resorts in the Bahamas, 5 star hotels or quiet, out-of-the-way Caribbean retreats that we offer, keep these nice tropical drinks in mind when choosing your next cold beverage!