Classic Painkiller Recipe

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Classic Painkiller Recipe
Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
10mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on January 01, 2024

The Painkiller is a classic rum-based cocktail that is popular in the Caribbean. It is made with a delightful blend of rum, coconut cream, orange juice, and pineapple juice. This refreshing drink is perfect for sipping on a hot summer day or when you want to feel like you're on vacation. The Painkiller is easy to make and will transport you to a tropical paradise with its tropical flavors. Cheers!

Ingredients

  • 2 oz dark rum
  • 4 oz pineapple juice
  • 1 oz orange juice
  • 1 oz cream of coconut
  • Grated nutmeg (for garnish)
  • Pineapple wedge (for garnish)
  • Maraschino cherry (for garnish)

Directions

  1. In a shaker, combine the dark rum, pineapple juice, orange juice, and cream of coconut.
  2. Add ice to the shaker and shake well to combine and chill the ingredients.
  3. Fill a highball glass halfway with ice cubes.
  4. Strain the cocktail into the glass over the ice.
  5. Garnish with grated nutmeg, a pineapple wedge, and a maraschino cherry.
  6. Serve and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • The Painkiller cocktail was created in the 1970s at the Soggy Dollar Bar in the British Virgin Islands.
  • The name 'Painkiller' is a nod to its ability to cure hangovers and provide relief from aches and pains.
  • The original recipe for the Painkiller calls for Pusser's Rum, which is a British Navy-style rum.