Hey loves! Get ready to jet off to the tropics without leaving your kitchen with this Bahama Mama cocktail. It’s giving major vacation vibes with its sweet orange and pineapple juices, a kick of rum and coconut rum, and that gorgeous sunset hue from grenadine. Trust me, one sip and you’ll be mentally on the beach!
Dish Story
Picture this: It’s the 1950s in Nassau, Bahamas. A local bartender, tired of the same old rum punches, decides to create something that captures the spirit of the islands. He grabs the freshest juices, adds a double dose of rum for that island warmth, and a splash of grenadine for a touch of the Caribbean sunset. Named after the vibrant and welcoming Bahamian women, the Bahama Mama was born – a drink that’s as fun and lively as the culture it comes from.
What you’ll need.
You’ll love this!!
Your Questions Answered!
Can I make this without alcohol?
Absolutely! Swap the rum with coconut water and add a splash of flavored soda for that tropical vibe without the buzz.
How do I get the perfect slushy texture?
Use crushed ice and blend until smooth but stop before it becomes watery. And make sure your ice is properly crushed!
Can I make a big batch for a party?
Totally! Multiply the ingredients and blend in batches. But serve immediately to keep that perfect texture.
What if I don’t have a hurricane glass?
Any tall glass works, babes! The vibe is in the drink, not the glass.
Bahama Mama Cocktail: Your Tropical Escape in a Glass
Ingredients
For the Tropical Bliss
- 1 cup crushed ice (keeps it frosty, babes!)
- 1 fluid ounce orange juice (bright and citrusy)
- 1 fluid ounce pineapple juice (tropical sweetness)
- ½ fluid ounce rum (the classic spirit)
- ½ fluid ounce coconut-flavored rum (hello, vacation!)
- ½ fluid ounce grenadine syrup (for that gorgeous color and sweet pomegranate kiss)
Instructions
- Pop everything into your blender – start with the ice, then the juices, rums, and grenadine. Order matters, loves, so we get that perfect blend without stopping to stir!
- Blitz it for about 30 seconds until it's slushy perfection. You want it thick enough to sip with a straw but not spoonable. The color should be a dreamy sunset orange with hints of red.
- Pour it into a hurricane glass or a tall tumbler right away – this beauty melts fast! Top with a pineapple wedge and a cherry for that extra flair and serve immediately.