Description
A classic tropical cocktail with rums, orange curaçao, orgeat syrup, and lime juice. Garnish with pineapple and a cherry.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ounce light rum
- 1 ounce dark rum
- 1 ounce orange curaçao
- ½ ounce orgeat syrup
- ¾ ounce fresh lime juice
- Pineapple wedge, for garnish
- Maraschino cherry, for garnish
- Optional: A splash of grenadine for color
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Chill Your Glass: Chill a double old-fashioned glass or tiki mug in the freezer for a few minutes. Alternatively, fill with ice and discard before pouring.
- Combine Rums: In a cocktail shaker, combine light and dark rum.
- Add Curaçao: Add orange curaçao to the shaker.
- Incorporate Orgeat: Add orgeat syrup to the shaker.
- Squeeze Lime Juice: Add freshly squeezed lime juice to the shaker. Strain the lime juice to remove any pulp or seeds.
- Add Ice: Fill the shaker with ice cubes.
- Shake Vigorously: Seal and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds.
- Strain: Fill the chilled glass with ice. Strain the contents of the shaker into the glass over the ice.
- Garnish: Garnish with a pineapple wedge and a maraschino cherry.
- Optional Grenadine: Add a splash of grenadine for color, if desired.
Notes
- Rum Selection: Experiment with different light and dark rums for your preferred flavor. Jamaican rum adds a nice kick.
- Orgeat Alternative: Amaretto can be substituted, but use less due to its stronger flavor.
- Sweetness Adjustment: Adjust orgeat syrup or lime juice to taste.
- Mocktail: Replace rum with pineapple or orange juice and use a non-alcoholic orange curaçao alternative.
- Batching: Multiply ingredients for a crowd and store in the refrigerator until serving.
- Presentation: Garnish with pineapple, cherry, and mint for a visually appealing drink.
- Ice Quality: Use clear, hard ice to prevent dilution.
- Don’t Over-Shake: Avoid over-shaking to prevent excessive dilution.
- Fresh Ingredients: Use fresh lime juice and high-quality rum for the best flavor.
- Garnish Variations: Experiment with orange slices, lime wheels, or paper umbrellas.
- Adjust to Taste: Customize the ingredient amounts to suit your preferences.
- Enjoy Responsibly: Drink plenty of water and avoid drinking on an empty stomach.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes