The Tropica Cocktail is May 8th Drink of the Day!!
There are many imbibers out there that do not like the taste of liquor, or even the slightest flavor, in their cocktail at all. This is a drink that they may want to give a try. There is no difference in the amount of alcohol. The typical amount in most cocktails is 1 1/2 oz., just like this one. However, the secondary ingredients have enough taste notes to override the flavor of the booze, not complement it. To me, it takes the fun out of tasting the primary ingredient. But then again, as I will repeat many times while writing this Drink of the Day segment, I am not the one who will be enjoying the beverage. I am only here to give you an idea on what to make next. You will have to be the judge to see if it fits your flavor profile.
This is a rum based beverage, not that it matters at all since you may only get a slight tinge of flavor from it. It has over four times the amount of juice in it. A very healthy and refreshing cocktail for those who just want something to sip on while basking in the sun, or for those hosting a party that may want to keep their wits while running the show. I hope you find this nice and summery drink an exceptional one. Enjoy the rays! Cheers!
Tropica Cocktail
1 1/2 oz. Light Rum
5 oz. Pineapple Juice
2 oz. Grapefruit Juice
2 Splashes of Grenadine
Method: In a pint glass filled with ice, pour in the ingredients to measure. Use a straw to stir the contents. Garnish with an orange wheel on the rim of the glass.
This Day in History:
1794 - Antoine Laurent Lavoisier, the father of modern chemistry, was guillotined during the Reign of Terror in the French Revolution.
1877 - The first Westminster Dog Show was held.
1902 - Mount Pelee on Martinique, destroying the town of St. Pierre, killing over 40,000 people.
1945 - V-E Day marks the European victory of the Allies in World War II.
1978 - David Berkowitz, aka Son of Sam, pleaded guilty to murdering six people.
1999 - The Citadel in South Carolina graduated their first female cadet, Nancy Mace.
Notable Birthday:
President Harry Truman was born on this date in 1884.
Notable Quote:
“You want a friend in Washington? Get a dog.” - Harry S. Truman
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