Tropical and refreshing, this Hurricane Cocktail is a bright and fruity beverage served in hurricane (lamp shaped) glasses for a super tasty drink that’s perfect for the summer!
Next time you’re craving a tangy drink with an exotic flair, put together one of these thirst-quenching cocktails! Loaded with various fruit juices and flavors, this ice-cold cocktail is ideal for sipping during the warmer months.
Fans of coconut rum will especially enjoy this sweet drink.
A tropical Hurricane Cocktail is a must try cocktail for rum lovers. This New Orleans classic is so easy to make.
With a gorgeous color and lots of options to customize and make it your own, this is an ideal cocktail for enjoyers of sweet and tropical drinks. Serve it up in a hurricane glass for the best effect!
Just like this Dragonberry Rum Cocktail, this drink combines familiar flavors into a special and exciting drink that you’ll love serving or making for yourself!
Served in a special hurricane glass, this tropical fruity cocktail is a must-try for rum lovers!
Why You’ll Love this Hurricane Cocktail
With a gorgeous color and sweet flavor, what’s not to love about this unique cocktail? It combines flavors of coconut, pineapple, and citrus for a tasty blend that goes down so smooth.
Use a splash of grenadine to create a gorgeous gradient effect and add some additional fruity flavor.
You’ll only need 4 ingredients to make this cocktail, and it comes together in minutes. It’s great to make by the pitcher or to serve in individual hurricane glasses.
Include an additional garnish with a pineapple slice and a maraschino cherry for a fun and extravagant drink!
What’s In a Hurricane Cocktail?
You only need a few ingredients and some optional garnishes to get this cocktail together!
- Coconut Rum – a Caribbean coconut rum is ideal for this cocktail, but for a more subtle flavor any light rum could be used.
- Triple Sec – gives your cocktail an additional kick and some tangy citrus flavor.
- Pineapple Juice – provides added sweetness and acidity, as well as a gorgeous golden color.
- Grenadine – this sweet red-colored syrup is a great way to add color variety to your cocktail and an extra burst of fruity flavor.
- Ice Cubes – you’ll want to enjoy this cocktail ice cold.
- Pineapple Slices – for an optional garnish.
- Maraschino Cherries – provide a pop of red color, and their syrup can also be used in the cocktail.
Recipe for Hurricane Cocktail
- Fill a hurricane cocktail glass with ice cubes. Pour in the coconut rum.
Coconut rum provides a tropical boozy base for this delicious drink.
- Add the triple sec. Top off with pineapple juice.
Pineapple juice and triple sec contribute additional fruity flavors for a cocktail that’s bursting with sweetness!
- Add the grenadine. To create a layered look, slowly pour the grenadine into the glass from the side of the glass.
Achieve this layered, sunset effect by adding the grenadine slowly from one side and allowing it to sink to the bottom of the glass.
- Garnish with pineapple slices and cherries.
FAQs
What is the hurricane cocktail history?
This cocktail is thought to originate in the late 1930’s in New York. It became popular during the World’s Fair and the beginning of World War II. Since then, the cocktail has become associated with New Orleans, the French Quarter, and Pat O’Brien’s chain of restaurants.
In the 1940’s, O’Brien needed to get rid of lower-quality rum and made this cocktail to give to sailors in hurricane glasses.
What is a hurricane cocktail?
Typically served in the eponymous hurricane glass, original hurricanes consist of dark rum, light rum, lemon juice, and passion fruit syrup. Variations often include the addition of orange juice, pineapple juice, or grenadine.
Fassionola (a red colored syrup popular in the 1930s) is occasionally used in place of the passion fruit syrup.
What is a hurricane glass?
A hurricane glass is a special kind of glass usually has a volume of approximately 20 oz and has a shape similar to a hurricane lamp. Hurricane lamps were glass lamps specifically designed to keep flames safe from sudden drafts.
The name “hurricane” doesn’t refer to the natural phenomenon, but rather the particularly shaped cylinder that was used to protect the flames on these lamps.
Hurricane Cocktail Variations and Substitutions
- If you’re unable to find grenadine or a passion fruit syrup, a splash of simple syrup will do. You can also use the syrup from your maraschino cherries for some color and sweetness.
- Fresh lime juice and lemon juice pair well with the triple sec and give this cocktail an additional dimension of citrus flavor. You can even garnish with an orange slice or lemon slice in addition to the pineapple.
- A wide variety of juices can be added to this cocktail for a less boozy version. Passion fruit juice is a classic and authentic choice, but you can also go with orange juice, cranberry juice, or another fruit juice of choice.
- Like your drink stronger? Add a bit of dark rum to deepen the flavor and make this cocktail even more delicious and complex.
- For a bubbly twist, add some sparkling water. A fruit flavored sparkling water is a great way to provide some additional flavor.
- Blue Hurricane Cocktail – Instead of triple sec, use blue curaçao for a gorgeous blue color. Because of the pineapple juice, you’ll likely end up with a blue that has a greenish tint, but the effect is the same!
- Frozen Hurricane Cocktail – Combine all of the ingredients, including ice, in a cocktail blender. Pulse until everything is combined and enjoy a slushy-like cocktail! Add more ice or use less depending on the consistency you desire from your frozen cocktail.
Classic Hurricane cocktail is like a tropical vacation!
More Recipes You’ll Love
- Dragon Fruit Red Bull Rum – Exotic and delicious, this cocktail is ideal when you need a boost of energy.
- Banana Rum Cake – Can’t get enough rum? Make this yummy dessert that combines caramelized bananas with a homemade cake and frosting that are both flavored with rum!
- Frozen Strawberry Daiquiri – Sometimes called a cousin of hurricane cocktails, this frozen daiquiri also utilizes tasty coconut rum for a frozen drink that’s majorly refreshing.
- New Orleans Beignets – If you’re looking for something light and satisfying to serve with your cocktails that will transport you right to New Orleans, make these easy beignets from Grandbaby Cakes!
Cocktail Hurricane Recipe
Hurricane Cocktail
A tropical Hurricane Cocktail is a must try cocktail for rum lovers. This New Orleans classic is so easy to make in your own kitchen!
Ingredients
- 2 Shots Coconut Rum
- 1 Shot Triple Sec
- 6oz Pineapple Juice
- 2 Tbs Grenadine
- Ice Cubes
- Pineapple Slices
- Cherries
Instructions
- Fill a hurricane glass with ice cubes.
- Pour in the coconut rum & triple sec.
- Top off with pineapple juice.
- Add the grenadine. To create a layered look, slowly pour the grenadine into the glass from the side of the glass.
- Garnish with pineapple slices & cherries.
Notes
- Maraschino cherry syrup or passion fruit syrup can be used instead of grenadine.
- Add orange juice, lemon juice, or lime juice for additional flavor.
- To create a stronger and more complex cocktail, add some dark rum as well.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
1Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 530Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 19mgCarbohydrates: 94gFiber: 2gSugar: 77gProtein: 1g