This Bahama Mama drink features all of the classic ingredients you know and love: two types of rum, juice, grenadine, and real fruit pieces! It’s fresh, it’s flavorful, and super easy to make.
Fruity Bahama Mama Drink
If you’ve never tried a Bahama Mama before, you’re in for a fruit-filled delight! They’re often served beachside or on a tropical getaway, but that doesn’t mean you can’t make one yourself at home. I’ve been searching far and wide for the best Bahama Mama cocktail recipe and I believe I’ve found it with this one.
All you need are a handful of easy-to-find ingredients, a shaker, and a bit of ice. I’ve served it alongside some mango pineapple smoothies and this peach and plum brandy sangria at a 21+ party, and it was a hit! I just adore it and had to share it with all of you!
Why you will love this recipe
- Made with coconut and dark rum.
- The fresh fruit slices add even more flavor and color.
- Simply combine the ingredients, shake, and serve.
- Sweet, tangy, and tropical — I feel like I’m on a beach when I drink it!
How to make the perfect Bahama Mama drink
Prep the serving glass. Place a cup of ice cubes in a glass and add the grenadine.
Combine the ingredients. Add a bit more ice, coconut rum, dark rum, orange juice, and pineapple juice to a cocktail shaker.
Shake, garnish, and serve. Shake the cocktail shaker vigorously and serve your Bahama Mama cocktail in the prepared glass. Garnish with orange and pineapple slices and enjoy!
Pro Tips
- Lots of rum possibilities. I have tried this Bahama Mama drink with Malibu Rum, Blue Chair Bay Rum, and Bacardi Coconut Rum. I’m personally a huge fan of Malibu Rum drinks myself!
- Don’t skip over the recipe prep. I always take the extra step to add the grenadine to my serving glass. Not only does it create a super fun and colorful visual effect, but it also adds a slight taste variation as I sip. Yum!
- Sometimes I switch up the garnishes and add a maraschino cherry or lime wedge for an even more tropical look and taste. Paper umbrellas, bamboo skewers with extra fruit, or edible flowers would also be super fun!
- Blended is tasty too. I’ve also turned this recipe into a blended Bahama Mama cocktail on a hot summer’s day and I loved it!
- For an even more visually appealing Bahama Mama, I incorporate another type of liqueur on top. I usually have some peach schnapps or coconut liqueur on hand — both complement the other flavors perfectly!
Bahama Mama Drink Key Ingredients and Substitutions
Rum: Remember, there are 2 types of rum in this Bahama Mama drink. I’ve used Malibu Rum, Blue Chair Rum, and Bacardi Rum in the past.
Fruit Juice: I like orange and pineapple juice! If you’re a fan of citrus, a splash of lemon or lime juice wouldn’t hurt either. Grapefruit juice is a unique substitute option too!
Grenadine: If you’ve never had grenadine before, it’s syrup made from pomegranate juice. It’s often used in cocktails and other drink recipes. When the mood strikes, sometimes I’ll add a bit to some sparkling water for a light and fruity non-alcoholic beverage.
Fresh fruit: I used orange and pineapple, but I’ve also tried it with cherries, apple slices, citrus, and even mangoes! Berries, bananas, pears, or peaches would also be tasty.
Frequently asked Questions about Bahama Mama Cocktails
What is in a Bahama Mama drink?
Traditional Bahama Mama cocktail recipes feature orange and pineapple juice, regular or dark rum, coconut-flavored rum, and grenadine. I’ve enjoyed a Bahama Mama blended, or simply shaken and then poured over ice like in this recipe.
How to Make a Bahama Mama drink?
When I make my Bahama Mama cocktail, all I do is combine orange and pineapple juice with dark rum and coconut rum in a shaker. Then, I shake it and pour over ice with a splash of grenadine. It’s as simple as that!
What’s the difference between a Bahama Mama and a rum punch?
The main difference is in the ingredients. As mentioned, Bahama Mama drinks typically feature orange and pineapple juices, regular or dark rum, coconut-flavored rum, and grenadine. On the other hand, rum punch is a tropical mix of various juices, rum, and sometimes grenadine. Both are fruity and made with rum so they are easy to confuse, but the flavors and ingredients aren’t the same.
Bahama Mama Drink
Ingredients
- 2 oz Coconut Rum
- 1 oz Dark rum
- 1 tbsp grenadine
- 2 oz orange juice
- 2 oz pineapple juice
- 1 1/4 cup ice cubes divided
- 1 slice orange chop into slices
- 1 slice pineapple for garnish
Instructions
- Fill one glass with a cup of ice cubes. Then, pour 1 tbsp of grenadine inside.
- Add ¼ cup of ice, coconut rum, dark rum, orange juice and pineapple juice into a cocktail shaker.
- Shake it well and then serve it into the prepared glass.
- Garnish with some orange slices, pinnaple slices and enjoy.
Notes
- Layering the ice and adding grenadine in the glass first allows the red color to settle at the bottom, creating an appealing visual effect. This technique adds both visual appeal and a slight variation in taste as you sip through the layers.
- Get creative with the garnishes. Try adding a maraschino cherry or a wedge of lime to enhance the visual appeal and complement the flavors of the Bahama Mama.
- For a more slushy, blended texture, consider using crushed ice or blending the drink ingredients with ice cubes until smooth before serving. This alteration can provide a different drinking experience, especially in warmer weather.
- Add a float of a complementary flavored liqueur on top, such as peach schnapps or coconut liqueur. This not only alters the taste but also creates an appealing layered look.
- Utilize fun and playful tiki-style garnishes such as paper umbrellas, bamboo skewers with assorted fruit, or even edible flowers for an exotic and visually striking presentation.
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