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Mai Tai Drink Mixes Up Sweet Heat

Posted on May 16, 2013 | Leave a comment

Mai Tai Me Up is a spiced up version of the classic Mai Tai – recipe and photo by Mixologist Cheri Loughlin, The Intoxicologist

The classic Mai Tai drink recipe is commonly known to include Orgeat, almond syrup. I created this variation of the Mai Tai drink while reviewing Blackheart Spiced Rum. I found this particular rum worked well in tropical drink recipes and cocktails that leaned more toward warmer tones. That’s one of the reasons I chose to work with Falernum rather than Orgeat in this variation of the Mai Tai drink recipe. Blackheart Spiced Rum already contains a significant amount of vanilla with almond tones. It just made sense to incorporate more Tiki spice into the drink.

Mai Tai Me Up Drink Recipe

Mai Tai Me Up – recipe by Cheri Loughlin, The Intoxicologist

2 ounces Blackheart Spiced Rum

1/2 ounce Triple Sec

3/4 ounce Velvet Falernum

3/4 ounce Fresh Lime Juice

Mint Leaf Garnish

Combine liquids in cocktail shaker with ice. Shake to blend. Strain into highball glass over fresh ice. Garnish with mint leaf.

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Mai Tai Teenie is the low calorie version of the classic Mai Tai – photo and recipe by Mixologist Cheri Loughlin, The Intoxicologist

Falernum is sometimes difficult to find locally, so make your own with the easy Homemade Falernum recipe found in the link.

Another Mai Tai variation can be found in the popular 21 Must Try Classic Cocktails post. By the way, if you think of a classic cocktail that should be added to that that post, please mention the cocktail recipe in the comments section. I would love to add your suggestions!

Figure friendly cocktails that are truly fresh tasting and flavorful are difficult to come by. Rest assured the Mai Tai Teenie will keep your taste buds happy with only 127 calories in the glass. This low calorie Mai Tai uses fresh pineapple and orange juice rather than orange liqueur for wonderful fresh flavor.

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Tagged Blackheart Spiced Rum, Falernum, Fresh Lime, Mai Tai, Mai Tai Me Up, Mai Tai Teenie, Mint Leaves, Rum, Spiced Rum, Triple Sec, Velvet Falernum

The Commodore

Posted on March 14, 2013 | Comments Off

St. Patrick’s Day celebrates one of Ireland’s patron saints; St. Patrick. But honestly most U.S. merrymakers are more focused on wearing green and making certain they are on the party bus with the most Irish pub stops. Though St. Patrick’s Day is not a federal holiday, it is a national phenomenon. It’s also a day (or evening) some significantly call “amateur night.”

March 17 is St. Patrick’s Day

You’ve heard it before, but please party your heart out, tip your bartenders and servers and for pity’s sake, make arrangements for sober drivers and cabs.

Commodore 079 photo copyright Cheri Loughlin

The Commodore – created by Cheri Loughlin

1 ounce Spiced Rum

1 ounce Irish Whiskey

1 ounce Apple Juice

1/8 ounce Agave Nectar

1-1/2 ounce Brut Champagne

Apple Wedge Garnish – optional

Combine all liquids except champagne in cocktail shaker with ice. Shake to blend and chill. Strain into chilled champagne flute. Top with brut champagne. Garnish with apple slice if desired.

Barefoot Brut Champagne and Shellback Spiced Rum were used during the creation of this recipe, but feel free to use spirits and bubblies you keep on hand.

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Tagged Agave Nectar, Apple Juice, Barefoot Wine & Bubbly, Champagne, Irish Whiskey, Shellback Spiced Rum, Spiced Rum, St. Patrick's Day, The Commodore

The Kiss

Posted on February 12, 2013 | Comments Off

Sometimes a simple kiss says it all.

The Kiss – created by Cheri Loughlin

1-1/2 ounce Spiced Rum

1/2 ounce Premium Orange Liqueur

1/2 ounce Praline Pecan Liqueur

1-1/2 ounce Apricot Nectar

Fresh Ground Nutmeg Garnish

Orange Twist

Build liquid ingredients over ice in rocks glass. Stir. Garnish with fresh ground nutmeg and orange twist.

I used Cruzan 9 Spiced Rum and Grand Marnier while creating this cocktail.

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Tagged Apricot Nectar, Cruzan 9 Spiced Rum, Grand Marnier, Nutmeg, Praline Pecan Liqueur, Premium Orange Liqueur, Spiced Rum, The Kiss, Valentine's Day

Spiced Guava Punch

Posted on December 15, 2012 | Comments Off

Holiday parties, open house events and spur of the moment informal gatherings call for quantity and quality cocktails for guests. Be prepared for the unexpected impromptu gathering by keeping a make ahead party punch chilled and ready to pour.

Spiced Guava Punch – created by Cheri Loughlin

1-750ml bottle Guava Rum

6 ounces Spiced Rum

12 ounces Lemon Juice

8 ounces Velvet Falernum

8 ounces Brown Sugar Syrup

3 ounces Orgeat (Almond Syrup)

15 ounces Water

Brut Champagne

Orange Twist Garnish

Place all ingredients except champagne in large container. Stir. Refrigerate several hours until ready to serve. Serve from punch bowl or pitcher in rocks glass over fresh ice. Top with champagne. Garnish with orange twist. Spiced Guava Punch can be topped with Club Soda rather than champagne. – This recipe will fit into 3 empty standard size 750ml bottles which takes up less space than most pitchers. Save empty liquor bottles. Strip off labeling. Use the bottle for an easy pour and serve option for your next gathering.

I used Cruzan Rum since it was already in my liquor cabinet. Use whichever brand you usually purchase or have on hand.

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Posted in Christmas Cocktails, Fall & Thanksgiving, Halloween Cocktails

Tagged Almond Syrup, Brown Sugar Syrup, Champagne, Club Soda, Fresh Lemon, Guava Rum, Holiday, Orgeat, Punch, Spiced Guava Punch, Spiced Rum, Velvet Falernum

Pirate’s Punch

Posted on December 10, 2012 | Comments Off

Punch style cocktails are an excellent way to spread spirited cheer during holiday parties or happy hour cocktails with friends. Make Pirate’s Punch as a single drink for one or multiply the ingredient measurements by the number of drinks desired for pitcher or punch bowl serve.

Pirate’s Punch – created by Cheri Loughlin

1-1/2 ounce Spiced Rum

1/2 ounce Peach Schnapps

3/4 ounce Lemon Juice

1 ounce Pineapple Juice

1/2 ounce Orange Juice

1-1/2 ounce Club Soda

Orange Slice Garnish

Place rum, schnapps and juices in goblet over fresh ice. Stir. Add club soda to top. Stir. Garnish with orange slice. To serve as punch: Combine all liquids in pitcher. Serve in punch glasses over ice. Top with club soda.

I used Black Beard Spiced Rum while creating this cocktail.

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Tagged Black Beard Spiced Rum, Club Soda, Fresh Lemon, Orange Juice, Peach Schnapps, Pineapple Juice, Pirate's Punch, Punch, Spiced Rum

Pear Daiquiri

Posted on November 30, 2012 | Comments Off

Spiced rum gives this Pear Daiquiri a delicious fall to winter season spin with its hint of warming. No need to give up on the summer daiquiri when cooler temps settle in.

Pear Daiquiri – created by Cheri Loughlin

1-1/2 ounce Spiced Rum

1/2 ounce Pear Liqueur

3/4 ounce Lime Juice

1/2 ounce Simple Syrup

Combine liquids in cocktail shaker with ice. Shake to blend and chill. Strain into chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with thin slice pear dipped in allspice and sugar if desired.

I used Cruzan 9 Spiced Rum & Belle de Brillet Pear Liqueur while creating this cocktail.

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Posted in Cocktails, Fall & Thanksgiving

Tagged Belle de Brillet Liqueur, Cruzan 9 Spiced Rum, Daiquiri, Fresh Lime, Pear Daiquiri, Pear Liqueur, Simple Syrup, Spiced Rum

Fernandito

Posted on November 28, 2012 | Comments Off

Fernandito is a wonderful choice for winter sipping and holiday parties. Cranberry adds a nice festive feel to the glass with warming touches of spiced rum.

Fernandito – adapted by Cheri Loughlin

1-1/2 ounce Spiced Rum

1 ounce Cranberry Juice

1/2 ounce Orange Juice

1/2 ounce Lime Juice

Lime Wheel Garnish

Combine liquids in cocktail shaker with ice. Shake to blend. Strain into chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with floated lime wheel.

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Posted in Christmas Cocktails, Cocktails, Fall & Thanksgiving

Tagged Cranberry Juice, Fernandito, Fresh Lime, Holiday, Orange Juice, Spiced Rum

Canteen

Posted on November 27, 2012 | Comments Off

Care to fill your flask?

Canteen – adaption by Cheri Loughlin

1-1/2 ounce Spiced Rum

1-1/2 ounce Southern Comfort

1/4 ounce Amaretto

1/4 ounce Lime Juice

1/8 ounce Simple Syrup

Combine liquids in cocktail shaker with ice. Shake to chill. Strain into chilled cocktail glass. Option: Strain into rocks glass over ice.

I used Black Beard Spiced Rum while creating this cocktail.

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Posted in Cocktails, Fall & Thanksgiving

Tagged Amaretto, Black Beard Spiced Rum, Canteen, Fresh Lime, Simple Syrup, Southern Comfort, Spiced Rum

Jazzed Ginger

Posted on November 26, 2012 | Comments Off

Jazzed Ginger brings a hint of spiced flourish to your evening cocktail hour. It is also an excellent long drink for special gatherings.

Jazzed Ginger – created by Cheri Loughlin

2 ounces Spiced Rum

1/2 teaspoon Ginger Juice

3 ounces Ginger Beer

Crystallized Ginger Garnish

Rim: 2 parts sugar, 1 part Tru Lime, 1 part Ginger

Rub lime along half lip of a highball glass or goblet. Rim with sugar, lime and ginger mixture. Set aside. Combine rum & ginger juice in goblet over ice. Stir. Top with ginger beer. Stir.

I used Cruzan 9 Spiced Rum while creating this recipe.

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Tagged Cruzan 9 Spiced Rum, Ginger, Ginger Beer, Ginger Juice, Spiced Rum

Cinnamon Toast

Posted on November 24, 2012 | Leave a comment

There’s nothing quite like the fresh aroma of breakfast in the morning…

Cinnamon Toast

1-1/4 measure Spiced Rum

6 measures Hot Apple Cider

1 Tablespoon Sugar

1 Tablespoon Cinnamon

Mix equal parts cinnamon and sugar. Rim heat proof glass or mug with lemon. Dip into cinnamon and sugar mixture. Add spiced rum to prepared mug. Top with steaming hot apple cider. Stir with cinnamon stick. Garnish with orange twist.

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Tagged Cider, Cinnamon Toast, Spiced Rum, Winter Warmer

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Mai Tai Drink Mixes Up Sweet Heat

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