Summer means one thing in the spirits industry—easy and tropical cocktails. Every bar debuts a new menu for the new season. It evokes excitement and offers an option to try something new or different than normal.
Usually lavishly garnished and fruity, tiki cocktails came to be in the 30s and 40s in California.When you think of tiki, you think of two people: Don the Beachcomber and Trader Vic. While tiki cocktails are often rum-based, we’ve included a few with other spirits to help inspire thinking out of the box and doing the unconventional.
These five tiki cocktails make the perfect addition to any summer menu. Whether you’re looking for something fruity, sweet, creamy, or tropical—this list has it all.
Spicy Pineapple Punch
Spicy cocktails were all the rage last summer; we predict the same for the upcoming warm weather. That’s why this Spicy Pineapple Punch should be on your menu. It has all the usual summer suspects—pineapple, Campari, rum, and banana liqueur to make a top-notch tiki cocktail. If this drink doesn’t scream summer, I don’t know what else will.
Cape Colada
It wouldn’t be a tiki cocktail if it didn’t have some reminisce of coconut. This cocktail will instantly transport you to a tropical paradise. Give this one a try if a classic Piña Colada isn’t what you’re looking for. While it still embodies that traditional flavor, it also has notes of peach and cranberry, with a tart and sugary sweet and sour mix. It will definitely be a crowd-pleaser.
Coco Paradiso (Inspired by a Hurricane)
This drink is a twist on a summer favorite classic cocktail. This Coco Paradiso will take you on a flavor journey as you experience the coconut, lime, and passion fruit flavors. The finely ground coffee garnish will help amplify all the tropical flavors. Think of it like adding salt while baking—it helps to balance the tasting notes.
Ricky’s Rum Fizz
Although this cocktail is pretty complex and might not be the easiest to recreate, it’s worth noting. If inspiration is lacking and you need to get those cocktail juices flowing again, Ricky’s Rum Fizz will do just that. The rum-forward cocktail has notes of banana and orange mixed with heavy cream and grilled pineapple. Look no further if you’re in the mood for a tropical tiki cocktail.
Tropical Itch
Scratch your need for a vacation with the Tropical Itch. It’s a fairly simple cocktail to recreate if you’re hosting a gathering and want to give your guests a tiki experience. Passion fruit was declared flavor of the year in 2022 for its sweet yet tart flavor. It really brings an extra tropical kick to any cocktail. Give this one a try.
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Source: Mixology News
