Do you remember this libation? A Hurricane Cocktail has been around for a long time. A hurricane cocktail consists of a blend of rums, fruit juices and grenadine! This post first appeared over at Real Housemoms where also I’m a contributor. I am now sharing this lovely lively beverage here for you today!!
Doing a special cocktail to start the night off with gets the party going. People also love a nostalgic drink like this one that has a bit of history. Gives you something to start chatting about right away as you hand over a great starter like this to family or friends.
Where did this cocktail originate? Well according to Wikipedia it was first born in New Orleans. Pat O’Brien, a tavern owner came up with this drink, to try and get rid of the excess rum that he was forced to buy. He wanted to have the more popular liquors of whiskey and scotch but had to purchase rum to be able to get those. Serving up his concoction, which he gave away to sailors, pouring it into hurricane lamp-shaped glasses. The drink caught on and is a mainstay in the French Quarter of New Orleans to this day.
You maybe are wondering about the cherry in this cocktail. It is not a fresh cherry but a maraschino cherry that is just not dyed the usual bright red color. I found them in my local gourmet store and wanted to try them. They taste exactly like a maraschino cherry though.
Enjoy this cocktail for a special occasion or over the holidays. It is always nice to bring a little bit of the tropics into your home when the weather is nasty outside.
Hurricane Cocktail Recipe
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz. spiced rum
- 1.5 oz. white rum
- 6 oz. orange juice
- 4 oz. passion fruit juice
- 2 oz. grenadine
- 1 oz. lemon juice
- Orange slices
- Maraschino cherries
Instructions
- Mix up the rums, orange juice, passion fruit, grenadine and lemon juice in a small pitcher and stir. Fill two small hurricane glasses with ice (or one large hurricane glass) and pour in the cocktail. Stir and garnish with the orange slices and maraschino cherries.
Comments & Reviews
Kristin says
oh yum! these look so nice, i gotta try it!
Dawn gibson-thigpen says
this is the first time hearing about this cocktail. and it looks yummy
Amy Desrosiers says
This is my kind of drink and looks fabulous! I certainly would love to recreate it at home!
Ann Bacciaglia says
This is a delicious drink. I tried one at a party a few weeks ago. I would love to make some for girls night.
gingermommyrants says
This looks like a delicious cocktail. I will have to try it this weekend when I have some friends over.
Liz Mays says
I wouldn’t mind kicking back with one of these over the weekend. What a delicious drink!
Kelly Hutchinson says
I have heard so many things about a hurricane, but I have never actually tried one. I need to try this, asap!
patty says
It is certainly a beautiful color. Makes me think of sitting in a hammock, relaxing in the sun. I’d love to be able to extend the summer, that’s for sure.
Claudia Krusch says
It looks like an amazing drink! I can’t wait to try it!
Janis @MommyBlogExpert says
This is the prettiest drink I’ve seen lately on the Internet. Not only are your garnishes and photography magnificent, I really like the way you laid out the recipe text and you can order the needed ingredients!
Jeanette says
My next vacation is on the beach and I can guarantee you this will be made! This looks delicious.
Meagan says
Looks like such a fancy drink! I bet it would taste good virgin, too!
Heather @ Kraus House Mom says
I drank a ton of these when I was in Las Vegas, but I don’t remember where (go figure). The glass is so distinctive. They just make you want to relax.
Stacie says
I rarely drink but this cocktail looks delicious. The combination of the different fruit juices must taste amazing.
Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says
That sounds so good! I love fruity cocktails like this. I can’t wait to make this for my next girls’ night!
Robin Masshole Mommy says
Yes please. I can totally see myself sipping on one of these by the firepit! It sounds delish!