Follow these steps for perfect results
Crushed Ice
17-year old J. Wray Nephew Jamaican Rum
French Garnier Orgeat
Orange Curacao Liqueur
Rock Candy Syrup
Lime
Juiced
Ice
Fresh Mint
Fill a rocks glass with 1 cup of crushed ice and place it in the freezer.
Combine 2 fluid ounces of 17-year old J. Wray Nephew Jamaican Rum, 1/2 fluid ounce of French Garnier Orgeat, 1/2 fluid ounce of orange Curacao liqueur, 1/4 fluid ounce of rock candy syrup, and the juice of 1 lime in a cocktail shaker.
Add 1 cup of ice to the cocktail shaker, cover, and shake until well-chilled.
Strain the mixture into the chilled rocks glass prepared earlier.
Garnish the cocktail with half of the lime shell inside the drink and float a sprig of fresh mint on the edge of the glass.
Expert advice for the best results
Chill the rocks glass well before serving.
Adjust the sweetness to your preference by adding more or less rock candy syrup.
Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor.
Everything you need to know before you start
2 minutes
The orgeat syrup can be made ahead of time.
Garnish with lime shell and mint sprig.
Serve immediately after preparation.
A tropical IPA can complement the fruity notes of the cocktail.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Popularized during the tiki craze of the mid-20th century.
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