Bahama Mama Cocktail

Submitted by Rich Williams (‘62)
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Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 oz dark rum
  • 1 oz coconut rum
  • 1 oz pineapple juice
  • 1 oz orange juice
  • 1/2 oz grenadine
  • 1/2 oz lemon juice
  • Pineapple slice and cherry for garnish
  • Crushed ice

Cooking Instructions:

  1. Prepare Your Glass:
    • Choose a tall glass, such as a hurricane glass or a highball glass.
    • Fill the glass with crushed ice to chill it.
  2. Mix the Ingredients:
    • In a shaker, combine the dark rum, coconut rum, pineapple juice, orange juice, grenadine, and lemon juice.
    • Add ice to the shaker and give it a good shake to mix and chill the ingredients.
  3. Strain into the Glass:
    • Discard the ice from the chilled glass.
    • Strain the shaken mixture into the glass, pouring it over the crushed ice.
  4. Garnish:
    • Garnish your Bahama Mama cocktail with a pineapple slice and a cherry. You can also use a cocktail umbrella for a tropical touch.
  5. Serve:
    • Serve the Bahama Mama cocktail immediately with a straw.

Enjoy your refreshing and tropical Bahama Mama cocktail! The combination of dark rum, coconut rum, and fruit juices creates a balanced and flavorful drink that’s perfect for sipping by the beach or any tropical setting.