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.
Prep Time5 minutesmins
Total Time5 minutesmins
Course: Drinks, Smoothies & Drinks
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Keyword: Bahama Mama, Bahama Mama drink, Drinks, Tropical Drinks
Servings: 1Servings
Calories: 354kcal
Author: Cynthia Rusincovitch
Ingredients
2ozCoconut Rum
1ozDark rum
1tbspgrenadine
2ozorange juice
2ozpineapple juice
1 1/4cupice cubesdivided
1sliceorangechop into slices
1slicepineapple 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
Tips
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.
Recipe NotesThis vibrant and fruity drink combines the rich flavors of coconut and dark rum with a harmonious mix of orange and pineapple juices, offering a sweet and tangy sensation that will transport you immediately to the beach.