Post #743641 by Hurricane Hayward on Mon, May 25, 2015 11:54 PM

In honor and appreciation of the new Tiki barware from Jeff “Beachbum” Berry and Cocktail Kingdom, several reviews and recipes have been updated:

http://www.slammie.com/atomicgrog/blog/2011/09/21/mai-kai-cocktail-review-legacy-of-this-classic-drink-runs-deep/

The Deep Sea Diver review is updated with info on the new glassware, plus this interesting info that surfaced over on another TC thread:
http://www.tikicentral.com/viewtopic.php?mode=viewtopic&topic=24558&forum=10&start=15

The Deep Sea Diver featured the classic glass from its opening in 1956 until around 20 years ago, when it became unavailable. Also disappearing was the distinctive garnish, a heart-shaped galax leaf with the straw running through it. (The leaves, which are native to the Southeast United States, are mostly commonly used in bridal bouquets.) With the new Pearl Diver glasses hitting the market, manager Kern Mattei says The Mai-Kai is exploring the possibility of returning this classic drink to its original status.

As promised, the 151 Swizzle tribute recipe v.4 is now available:
http://www.slammie.com/atomicgrog/blog/2011/08/03/mai-kai-cocktail-review-robust-flavors-and-potency-are-hallmark-of-151-swizzle/

I've also re-written a good deal of the narrative, updating to include not only the new Swizzle Cup but also the incorporation of the new Hamilton 151 rum from Guyana, plus the evolution of the tribute recipes. The new recipe brings back the Pernod and cinnamon syrup, resulting in the most complex but arguably most accurate to date. (Don't worry, the previous three versions are still included.)

Here's my coverage of the new Cocktail Kingdom products:
http://www.slammie.com/atomicgrog/blog/2015/05/23/the-week-in-tiki-may-18-25-2015-new-beachbum-berry-barware-the-hukilau-2015-merchandise-now-on-sale/

FYI, a spokesman for Cocktail Kingdom told me that plans are in the works for more items produced in collaboration with the Bum over the course of the year.

Okole maluna!