Old Monk Cola Rum from the Connoisseur Collection takes India's most popular rum cocktail — rum and cola — and bakes the cola flavour into the spirit itself. The idea is simple: Old Monk XXX mixed with Thums Up or Coca-Cola is already one of India's most consumed drinks, found in dhabas, bars, and house parties everywhere. Cola Rum is designed for situations where you just want that flavour without mixing — pour over ice and drink. Pricing data for this variant is more limited than the core products, but it is a confirmed part of the Connoisseur Collection lineup.
Tasting Notes
Colour & Appearance
Deep dark brown — closer to a cola colour than standard rum amber
Nose & Aroma
Cola, caramel, light vanilla, and the standard dark rum molasses base
Palate & Taste
Familiar rum-and-cola flavour in a single spirit — sweetness, cola spice, and the rounded caramel of Old Monk dark rum. Convenient and consistent
Finish
Short, sweet, and clean — classic rum-cola finish
History & Background
Production & Maturation
Production Method
Old Monk dark rum base with natural cola flavouring — caramel, vanilla, and spice extracts that replicate the cola taste profile. Part of the Connoisseur Collection.
Aging & Maturation
Dark rum base with standard Old Monk ageing, with cola flavouring added post-ageing.
Distillery
Mohan Meakin Ltd
Founded
1954
Old Monk Cola Rum Price Guide 2026
Prices are indicative and may vary by retailer, store, and current stock.
Last verified: July 2026.
India Prices
Delhi
₹110
Goa
₹95
Karnataka
₹130
Kerala
₹155
Tamil Nadu
₹150
Haryana
₹100
Uttar Pradesh
₹105
Telangana
₹125
Cocktail Recipes with Old Monk Cola Rum
Old Monk Cola Float
Easy
Ingredients
·
1 bottle (275ml) Old Monk Cola
·
1 scoop vanilla ice cream
Method
1. Chill the Old Monk Cola bottle well.
2. Place a scoop of vanilla ice cream in a tall glass.
3. Slowly pour the chilled Old Monk Cola over the ice cream.
4. Serve immediately with a long spoon and straw.
Garnish
None
🥂 Serve in: Tall glass
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Old Monk Cola Rum?
Old Monk Cola Rum is a cola-flavoured dark rum from Mohan Meakin's Connoisseur Collection. It combines the Old Monk dark rum base with natural cola flavouring — caramel, vanilla, and spice — essentially delivering the classic rum-and-cola flavour in a single spirit without mixing. It's part of a confirmed range of Connoisseur Collection flavoured rums.
What is the price of Old Monk Cola Rum in India?
Exact pricing for Old Monk Cola Rum is less widely documented than core Old Monk products. Based on comparable Connoisseur Collection variants, it's estimated at approximately Rs 510-550 in Delhi and Rs 580-630 in Mumbai for 750ml. Verify with your local retailer as this variant has more variable distribution and state-specific pricing data is limited.
How is Old Monk Cola Rum different from mixing Old Monk XXX with cola?
Old Monk Cola Rum has the cola flavour built into the spirit — you pour it straight over ice without needing a separate cola mixer. The ratio is fixed, which means consistent flavour every time. Mixing XXX with real Thums Up or Coca-Cola gives you more control over sweetness and carbonation, but Cola Rum is more convenient when mixing isn't an option. The taste is very similar but Cola Rum lacks the fizz of actual cola.
Is Old Monk Cola Rum widely available in India?
Old Monk Cola Rum has more variable availability than core Old Monk products. It's confirmed as part of the Connoisseur Collection but is found mainly in well-stocked premium liquor stores in major cities. If you can't find it locally, ask your retailer to check with their distributor — it's a real product, not discontinued, but has patchier shelf presence than XXX or Gold Reserve.
Can Old Monk Cola Rum be mixed with actual cola?
You can mix it, but the result is very sweet — you'd essentially be doubling the cola flavour. Most people who buy Cola Rum drink it straight over ice or with a small splash of soda water to add fizz without more sweetness. If you specifically want the rum-cola fizz experience, mixing regular Old Monk XXX with actual cola will give you better carbonation control.
What sizes does Old Monk Cola Rum come in?
Old Monk Cola Rum is primarily available in 750ml as part of the Connoisseur Collection. Smaller sizes may exist in select markets. Availability and size range may vary by state due to different excise regulations around flavoured spirits.
Is Old Monk Cola Rum suitable as a gift?
Old Monk Cola Rum is a fine casual gift for someone who drinks rum regularly and enjoys the classic rum-cola combination — it's an unusual and fun variant. For a more impressive gift, Old Monk Legend or Gold Reserve are better choices given their premium positioning and distinctive packaging.
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About the Author
Shivam Sharma
I am the founder and editor of The Spirit Atlas. With a deep appreciation for fine spirits, I built this platform to be the most helpful and honest spirits guide for Indian readers — covering everything from Scotch and Indian single malts to rum, gin and tequila, along with prices across every major Indian state. My goal is simple: to make the world of spirits a little more approachable for everyone.
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Last updated:
July 2026
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Quick Facts
Name
Old Monk Cola Rum
Category
Rum
Type
Dark Rum
Country
India
Region
Uttar Pradesh
Distillery
Mohan Meakin Ltd
ABV
4.80%
Founded
1954
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