The Hurricane Cocktail is a vibrant and fruity drink known for its tropical flavors and colorful appearance. This cocktail combines light rum, dark rum, lime juice, orange juice, passionfruit puree, simple syrup, and grenadine. The mix creates a sweet and tangy beverage that’s perfect for summer gatherings or tropical-themed parties. Its lively taste and refreshing quality make it a favorite choice for those looking to enjoy a taste of the tropics in a glass.
Tasting Notes
When tasting a Hurricane Cocktail, you’ll notice a harmonious blend of sweetness from the grenadine and passionfruit puree, balanced by the citrusy tartness of lime and orange juices. The light and dark rums provide a strong, rich base with subtle hints of molasses and tropical fruits. The overall experience is a refreshing and flavorful drink with a smooth, slightly syrupy texture.
Hurricane Cocktail
Not a cocktail of subtlety; it packs quite a punch.
Ingredients
- 2 oz light rum
- 2 oz dark rum
- 1 oz lime juice
- 1 oz orange juice
- 0.5 oz passionfruit puree
- 0.5 oz simple syrup
- 0.5 oz grenadine
Instructions
- In a shaker add ice, and all of your ingredients. Shake very, very well.
- Strain into ice-filled hurricane glass.
- Garnish with orange wheel and cherry, and serve.
Tips & Tricks
Add a dash of bitters to introduce a slight complexity.
Substitute the light rum with coconut rum for a hint of coconut.
