The Bob Marley Cocktail is a vibrant and colorful layered drink inspired by the reggae legend himself. This cocktail features distinct layers of grenadine, coconut rum mixed with pineapple juice, silver rum, and blue curacao, creating a beautiful gradient that resembles a tropical sunset.
It’s as visually stunning as it is delicious, making it a perfect choice for parties and special occasions.
Tasting Notes
The Bob Marley Cocktail starts with the sweet, fruity taste of grenadine at the bottom. As you sip further, the middle layer introduces the tropical flavors of coconut rum and pineapple juice, bringing a smooth and creamy texture.
The top layer of silver rum and blue curacao adds a refreshing citrusy note, balanced by the light kick of the rum. The combination of these flavors creates a delightful, multi-layered experience that is both refreshing and exotic.The vibrant colors and layered flavors of the Bob Marley Cocktail make each sip a unique adventure.
The initial sweetness of the grenadine is perfectly complemented by the tropical mix of coconut and pineapple in the middle, while the final hint of citrus from the blue curacao and the smoothness of the silver rum round off the drink beautifully. It’s a harmonious blend that captures the essence of a tropical paradise.
Tips & Tricks
Blend the ingredients with ice to create a frozen version of the cocktail.
Add a dash of bitters or a pinch of cayenne pepper for a spicy kick.
Recipe Card
Bob Marley Cocktail
Sip the Spirit of Jamaica in Every Colorful Glass
Ingredients
- 0.5 oz grenadine
- 1 oz coconut rum
- 4 oz pineapple juice
- 0.5 oz silver rum
- 0.5 oz blue curacao
Instructions
- Build in a tall glass, starting with fresh ice.
- Pour in the grenadine first so it sinks.
- In a shaker add ice, pineapple juice, and coconut rum. Shake very well.
- Strain into glass over ice, making sure to not disturb the grenadine too much. Some layer mixing is normal.
- Rinse the shaker, add a couple ice cubes, then the silver rum and blue curacao. Shake a couple of times to combine.
- Very carefully strain this into the drink, over the back of a spoon. It should mix with the top part of the yellow layer and create a green layer. Might turn out teal, depending on your blue curacao.
- Serve this without mixing or stirring, but do mix before drinking.
Notes
If you want to be sure you get a green layer, opt for just a splash of blue curacao. It will give you much less orange flavor, but the layer will 100% be green.
Or swap the curacao for Midori.