Post #808512 by Hurricane Hayward on Fri, Mar 24, 2023 3:26 PM

My twist on a Don the Beachcomber classic for National Cocktail Day. The same unique flavors of the distinctive Pearl Diver's Punch, but served up in a coupe. Like the original, it's a complex blend of rich and savory, spicy and rummy, tart and creamy. The flavors are more concentrated, but it's still very easy to sip. I hope Donn would approve. Okole maluna!

PEARL DIVER'S COCKTAIL

• 1/2 ounce gold Jamaican rum (Hamilton Pot Still)
• 3/4 ounce Demerara rum (Hamilton 86)
• 1 ounce gold Puerto Rican rum (Bacardi Reserva Ocho)
• 3/4 ounce Gardenia Mix (aka Pearl Diver Mix)
• 1/2 ounce fresh-squeezed lime juice
• 1/2 ounce fresh orange juice
• 1 teaspoon falernum
• 2 dashes Angostura bitters

Pulse blend (or shake vigorously) with crushed ice, strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with an orchid.

I can't wait for Swanky's upcoming book, "Searching for Don the Beachcomber," to learn the full story of the Tiki and cocktail legend. Get more info at Donn-Beach.com