5 Fun Island Inspired Drinks To Try This Summer
It’s summer and those of you that don’t live in a year-round, warm and sunny location it can be quite hard.
We could all do with a little more tropical flavor in our lives, don’t you think? That’s why I’ve rounded up five cocktails and drink inspired by 5 different islands to bring back the taste of summer for you to enjoy.
Remember cocktails always taste best when consumed on a beach :)
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Bahamas
The Bahamas are a favorite cruise destination and passengers normally find no shortage of tropical drinks.
When in the Bahamas Try Bahamas Mama
How to make it: Combine 1 oz. orange juice, 1 oz. pineapple juice, 1 cup crushed ice, .5 oz. rum, .5 oz. coconut rum and .5 oz grenadine and blend until slushy.
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Jamaica
Jamaica is known for its laid back party atmosphere and reggae music, and they have a lot of famed beverages to tout. The island is also known for Red Stripe Beer which has been brewed in Jamaica since 1938.
When in Jamaica Try: An Old Jamaican
How to make it: Muddle 1 spring of mint, 1 oz. lime juice. Add 1.5 oz. of rum, .75 oz pure can simple syrup, 1 dash of Angostura bitters then top off with a splash of champagne.
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Aruba
Aruba is an island and a constituent country of the kingdom of the Netherlands in the Southern Caribbean sea. Aruba Ariba is one of the most famous local cocktails.
When in Aruba try: An Aruba Ariba
How to make it: Stir .5 oz. vodka, .5 oz. 151 rum, .125 oz. coecoei, .125 oz. crème de banana, .5 cup orange juice, .5 cup cranberry juice, .5 cup pineapple juice and add a splash of grenadine.
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Puerto Rico
Pina colada is an internationally famous drink, but many people do not know that it originated in Puerto Rico. The name Pina colada literally means 'strained pineapple’ A reference to the freshly pressed and strained pineapple juice used in the drink's preparation.
When in Puerto Rico try: a Piña Colada
How to make it: Add 1.5 oz. light rum, 2 oz. coconut milk, 2 oz. pineapple juice, ice, and blend till smooth, then add a cherry for garnish.
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Cayman Islands
The Cayman Islands, a British Overseas Territory, encompasses 3 islands in the Western Caribbean Sea. Grand Cayman, the largest island is known for its beach resorts, and varied scuba diving and snorkeling sites.
Mudslides are a “thing” in Grand Cayman…and it’s easy to see why.
When in Cayman Island try: A Mudslide
How to make it: Combination of vodka, Kahlua, Bailey’s Irish Cream and chocolate syrup