To make a delicious and refreshing Freaky Tiki Margarita, you will need the following ingredients:
– Coconut rum: The coconut rum adds a tropical and sweet flavor to the cocktail. Be sure to choose a good-quality brand that you enjoy, as this will greatly impact the overall taste of the drink.
– Sake: Sake, a Japanese rice wine, adds a unique twist to the traditional margarita. It provides a light and slightly floral flavor that pairs well with the other ingredients. Opt for a medium-dry or slightly sweet sake for the best results.
– Lychee: Lychee is a tropical fruit with a delicate and sweet flavor. You can use fresh lychee if it's available, but canned lychee in syrup works just as well. The syrup adds an extra touch of sweetness to the cocktail.
– Lime juice: Freshly squeezed lime juice is essential for a margarita. It provides a nice tangy and citrusy balance to the sweetness of the other ingredients. Use the juice of about half a lime for a single serving.
– Crushed or nugget ice: Using crushed or nugget ice in a tiki-style cocktail helps to keep it chilled and adds a fun texture. If you don't have crushed ice, you can crush regular ice using a blender or wrap it in a kitchen towel and lightly crush it with a rolling pin.
– Blackberry rum: Blackberry rum adds a rich and fruity flavor to the cocktail. You can find blackberry-flavored rum at most liquor stores, or you can infuse regular rum with fresh blackberries for a homemade version. This layer of blackberry rum will create a beautiful color contrast in the final drink.
– Bitters: Bitters are aromatic extracts made from various herbs, spices, and fruits. They add depth and complexity to cocktails, and in this case, they will create a visually appealing float on top of the drink. Angostura bitters or any other fruit-based bitters will work well.
Now, let's get to the preparation of the Freaky Tiki Margarita:
1. Fill a shaker with a big scoop of crushed or nugget ice.
2. Add 1 ½ ounces (45 ml) of coconut rum to the shaker.
3. Pour in 1 ½ ounces (45 ml) of sake.
4. Add 1 ounce (30 ml) of lychee syrup from the canned lychee or muddled fresh lychee.
5. Squeeze the juice of half a lime into the shaker.
6. Shake the mixture quickly to chill and combine all the ingredients.
7. Grab a rocks glass or your favorite tiki mug and fill it with more crushed or nugget ice.
8. Pour the entire contents of the shaker into the glass, allowing the ice to fill it up.
9. In a separate container, combine ½ ounce (15 ml) of blackberry rum with a splash of lychee syrup or simple syrup for added sweetness.
10. Gently layer the blackberry rum mixture on top of the coconut rum and sake mixture. You can use the back of a spoon to pour it slowly and create a distinct layer.
11. use a dropper or dasher to add a few drops of bitters on top of the drink, creating a visually appealing float.
12. Garnish your Freaky Tiki Margarita with a lychee fruit or a slice of lime, if desired.
Now, sit back, relax, and enjoy your tropical and flavorful Freaky Tiki Margarita! Cheers!