Description
A vibrant green Grinch Christmas Cocktail combining rum, blue curaçao, pineapple juice, and sweet and sour mix for a delicious and refreshing holiday drink.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ oz White Rum
- 1 oz Blue Curaçao
- 2 oz Pineapple Juice
- 1 oz Sweet and Sour Mix
- ½ oz Simple Syrup (adjust to taste)
- Green Food Coloring (optional, for a more vibrant green)
- Ice Cubes
Instructions
- Prepare the Red Sugar: Pour some red sugar onto a small plate. If you can’t find red sugar, you can easily make your own by mixing granulated sugar with a few drops of red food coloring. Spread it evenly on the plate.
- Moisten the Rim: Take a lime wedge or a lemon wedge and run it around the rim of your glass. This will help the sugar adhere to the glass. You can also use simple syrup if you prefer.
- Rim the Glass: Gently press the rim of the glass onto the plate of red sugar, rotating it until the entire rim is coated. Be careful not to get any sugar inside the glass.
- Set Aside: Once the glass is rimmed, set it aside to allow the sugar to dry slightly.
- Fill the Shaker: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes. The ice will chill the cocktail and help to blend the flavors.
- Add the Rum: Pour 1 ½ oz of white rum into the shaker. White rum provides a clean and crisp base for the cocktail.
- Add the Blue Curaçao: Add 1 oz of blue curaçao. This liqueur not only adds a beautiful blue hue but also a subtle orange flavor that complements the other ingredients.
- Add the Pineapple Juice: Pour in 2 oz of pineapple juice. Pineapple juice adds a tropical sweetness and a refreshing tang to the cocktail.
- Add the Sweet and Sour Mix: Add 1 oz of sweet and sour mix. This provides a balance of sweetness and tartness, essential for a well-rounded cocktail.
- Add the Simple Syrup: Add ½ oz of simple syrup. This will add extra sweetness to the cocktail. Adjust the amount to your liking, depending on how sweet you prefer your drinks. If you don’t have simple syrup, you can make your own by dissolving equal parts sugar and water in a saucepan over low heat.
- Add Green Food Coloring (Optional): If you want a more vibrant green color, add a few drops of green food coloring. Be careful not to add too much, as it can alter the taste of the cocktail. Start with a drop or two and add more until you achieve the desired color.
- Shake Well: Secure the lid on the cocktail shaker and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds. This will chill the cocktail and ensure that all the ingredients are well combined.
- Strain the Cocktail: Remove the lid from the cocktail shaker and strain the cocktail into your prepared glass. Use a cocktail strainer to prevent ice chips from entering the glass.
- Garnish: Garnish the cocktail with a maraschino cherry and a pineapple wedge. The cherry adds a pop of red color, while the pineapple wedge adds a tropical flair. You can also add other garnishes, such as a lime wedge or a sprig of mint.
- Serve Immediately: Serve the Grinch Christmas Cocktail immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Make it a Mocktail: To make a non-alcoholic version, simply omit the rum and replace it with sparkling water or ginger ale. You can also use a non-alcoholic blue curaçao syrup.
- Add a Spicy Kick: For a spicy twist, add a few slices of jalapeño to the shaker while mixing the cocktail.
- Use Different Juices: Experiment with different juices, such as cranberry juice or orange juice, to create your own unique flavor combinations.
- Make it a Frozen Cocktail: Blend all the ingredients with ice in a blender for a frozen Grinch Christmas Cocktail.
- Adjust the Sweetness: Adjust the amount of simple syrup to your liking, depending on how sweet you prefer your drinks. You can also use other sweeteners, such as agave nectar or honey.
- Rim with Green Sugar: Instead of red sugar, you can rim the glass with green sugar for a more Grinch-themed look.
- Add a Grinchy Garnish: Get creative with your garnishes! You could use a small candy cane, a green gummy worm, or even a small Grinch figurine.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes