Tropical Thunderbolt
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Curiada Ingredients
Other Ingredients
- 1.67 fl oz Fresh pressed pineapple juice
- 1.67 fl oz Freshly squeezed orange juice
- 0.50 fl oz Freshly squeezed lime juice
Directions
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Add ice to cocktail shaker
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Add all ingredients to shaker
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Shake vigorously with ice
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Fill Collins glass with fresh ice
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Strain mixture into ice-filled Collins glass
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Garnish with pineapple wedge and Luxardo maraschino cherry
Cocktail Description
Like a bolt of lightning in a glass, the Tropical Thunderbolt delivers an electrifying punch of Jamaican rum balanced with bright, fresh fruit juices.
This vibrant cocktail showcases the unmistakable funk of Wray & Nephew White Overproof Rum, tempered by sweet-tart pineapple and orange juices, while real pomegranate grenadine adds depth and a gentle ruby hue. The fresh lime provides essential acidity, creating a perfectly balanced tropical sipper that's surprisingly smooth despite its potent rum base. It's surprisingly simple to make at home—just shake, strain, and garnish—though acquiring quality grenadine made with real pomegranate makes a noticeable difference. The Tropical Thunderbolt shines at outdoor gatherings from backyard barbecues to poolside parties, especially during warmer months when its refreshing qualities are most appreciated. For food pairings, look to spicy Caribbean dishes like jerk chicken, where the cocktail's sweetness can cool the heat, or fatty pork dishes like carnitas whose richness is cut by the drink's citrus acidity.
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