The Navy Sour
Curiada Ingredients
Other Ingredients
- 2.00 fl oz Cranberry juice
- 1.00 fl oz Freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1.00 fl oz Freshly squeezed lime juice
- 0.50 fl oz Giffard Sugar Cane Syrup (Sirop Sucre de Canne)
Directions
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Add ice to shaker
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Add all ingredients to shaker
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Shake well with ice
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Fill Collins glass with fresh ice
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Strain mixture into Collins glass over ice
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Garnish with lime wedge
Cocktail Description
The Navy Sour brings the bold backbone of navy-strength rum into balance with bright citrus and a hint of cranberry tartness, creating a drink that's both bracing and refreshing.
This cocktail delivers a punchy combination of flavors—the high-proof Hamilton rum provides a robust, slightly funky base that stands up beautifully to the trio of juices. Freshly squeezed orange and lime add vibrant acidity, while cranberry juice contributes a subtle berry note and a gorgeous rosy hue. The sugar cane syrup rounds everything out with a clean sweetness, and a few dashes of Angostura bitters tie the whole thing together with warm spice notes. The result tastes like a tropical sour with serious backbone, refreshing but never wimpy.
Making this drink is straightforward—if you can shake ingredients together, you're golden. The most effort you'll expend is squeezing fresh citrus, which really does make a difference here. It's a great choice for warm-weather gatherings, backyard barbecues, or any time you want something more interesting than a basic rum punch. The Navy Sour pairs wonderfully with grilled seafood, jerk chicken, or spicy Caribbean dishes, as the citrus cuts through richness while the rum's strength holds its own against bold flavors.
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