The Powerful Punch of the Hurricane Cocktail
The Hurricane cocktail is far from a subtle drink. Its double dose of rum (both white and amber) have been packing a punch since the early 1940s, when it was invented at Pat O’Brien’s in New Orleans. In the French Quarter of New Orleans (where public alcohol consumption is legal) you are more likely to see it served in a disposable plastic cup. But this potent drink is also known for the Hurricane glass - a tall, curved and wide vessel inspired by the hurricane lamp - in which is most famously served in.
The History of the Hurricane Cocktail
According to its website, "Pat O'Brien's motto since 1933 has been "Have Fun!" and people from all across the globe have experienced just that throughout its history."
Around 1933, prohibition ended and Pat O'Brien converted his speakeasy to a legitimate drinking establishment in the 600 block of St. Peter Street. A few years, Pat and his friend Charlie Cantrell decided to become partners and buy the building at 718 St. Peter Street, because with great success and popularity Pat had outgrown the little space.This building is now home to the world famous bar. The structures were originally built circa 1791 and became home to the first French Theater Company in New Orleans.
In the mid 1940's, Pat O'Brien's famous Hurricane Drink was created, driving business even further. At that time, supply of liquor such as whiskey, bourbon and scotch. But rum supply was high. In fact, bar owners were forced to buy large quantities of rum, 50 cases or so, in order to purchase other liquor. To sell the large stock of rum, Pat and his team crafted the Hurricane. Pat O'Brien served it in a glass shaped like a Hurricane lamp and the drink was perfected - and it's still wildly successful today.
Making the Hurricane Cocktail
Ingredients:
- 1 oz. White Rum
- 1 oz. Amber Rum
- 1 oz. Orange Juice
- 1 oz. Passion Fruit Juice
- 1/2 oz. Fresh Lime Juice
- 1/2 oz. Grenadine
- Fill with 2 parts Passion Fruit Juice
- Float Dark Rum
- Tropical Garnish (Flag + Lime or Pineapple)
Directions:
- Add all ingredients into a shaker with ice and shake.
- Strain into a large Collins or Hurricane glass over fresh ice.
- Fill with 2 parts Passion Fruit Juice
- Float Dark Rum
- Garnish with a Tropical Garnish (Flag + Lime or Pineapple)
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