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Bahama Mama

A tropical cocktail that combines rum, fruit juices, and a splash of grenadine for a refreshing vacation-in-a-glass experience.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Beverage, Cocktail
Cuisine Caribbean, Tropical
Servings 1 cocktail
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 oz light rum Use more or less to taste.
  • 1 oz dark rum Double if you prefer dark rum.
  • 0.5 oz coconut rum
  • 0.5 oz coffee liqueur Optional, but adds depth.
  • 1 oz orange juice Freshly squeezed recommended.
  • 1 oz pineapple juice Fresh juice preferred if available.
  • 1 splash grenadine Adjust to taste for sweetness.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Start by grabbing a shaker and fill it with ice.
  • Add the light rum, dark rum, coconut rum, and coffee liqueur (if using) into the shaker.
  • Pour in the orange juice and pineapple juice.
  • Add a splash of grenadine for color and sweetness.
  • Shake the mixture well to combine and chill.

Serving

  • Pour the mixture (ice included) into a tall glass.
  • Garnish with a chunk of pineapple or a cherry if desired.

Notes

Chill your glass for maximum coldness and use fresh juice whenever possible. Don't overdo the grenadine unless you want a sweeter drink. Experiment with garnishes!
Keyword Bahama Mama, Cocktail Recipe, Rum Cocktail, Summer Beverage, Tropical Drink