Refresh yourself with the Grand Slam Cocktail recipe! Blend Flor de Caña rum, Gosling's Black Seal rum, dry curaçao, lemon juice, and grenadine for a perfect fall cocktail.
Prep time: 1 minute
Mixing time: 1 minute
Servings: 1
Calories: 210
Ingredients
- 1 oz Flor de Caña 7-year-old grand reserve rum
- 1 oz Gosling's Black Seal rum
- ½ oz Pierre Ferrand dry curaçao ancienne methode
- ¾ oz lemon juice - freshly squeezed
- ½ oz grenadine
- Ice cubes and crushed ice
- Orange twist - for garnish
Equipment
- Old Fashioned Glass
- Measuring Jigger
- Shaker
- Strainer
- Instructions:
Instructions
- Prep Glass: Fill your Old Fashioned glass with ice cubes to chill.
- Add Grenadine: measure and pour ½ oz grenadine into the shaker.
- Add Lemon: Pour ¾ oz lemon juice into the shaker.
- Add Dry Curaçao: Add ½ oz Pierre Ferrand dry curaçao ancienne methode to the mix.
- Add Rums: Measure and pour 1 oz Gosling's Black Seal rum and 1 oz Flor de Caña 7-year-old grand reserve rum into the shaker.
- Add Ice: Fill your shaker with ice.
- Shake Well: Shake the mixture well until chilled.
- Empty Glass: Discard the ice from your old-fashioned glass.
- Strain: Strain the mixture into the glass and fill the glass with crushed ice.
- Garnish: Place an orange twist into the glass for garnish.
Notes
Substitutes:
- Flor de Caña Rum: If you don't have Flor de Caña, you can use any aged rum you prefer. I've tried it with Appleton Estate, and it works great.
- Gosling's Black Seal Rum: If needed, you can substitute it with another dark rum, like Myers's Original Dark Rum.
- Pierre Ferrand Dry Curaçao: Triple sec or Cointreau can be alternatives; they bring a slightly different citrus profile but still taste good.
- Lemon Juice: Freshly squeezed lime juice can work in a pinch, though it will alter the flavor slightly.
- Grenadine: If you don't have grenadine, pomegranate juice with simple syrup can be a substitute.
Making a Pitcher of Grand Slam Cocktail:
- Scale: To make a pitcher that serves 8, multiply all the ingredients by 8. That would be 8 oz of Flor de Caña rum, 8 oz of Gosling's Black Seal rum, 4 oz of Pierre Ferrand dry curaçao, 6 oz of lemon juice, and 4 oz of grenadine.
- Mix: In a large pitcher, combine the rums, dry curaçao, lemon juice, and grenadine. Stir well.
- Serve: Pour the mixture into crushed ice-filled Old Fashioned glasses, garnish with an orange twist, and serve immediately.
Making it Non-Alcoholic:
- Rum Substitute: Use non-alcoholic rum alternatives; these are available and mimic the flavor profile quite well.
- Dry Curaçao Substitute: Opt for an orange-flavored non-alcoholic syrup to replace the dry curaçao.
- Proceed As Usual: Use these non-alcoholic substitutes instead of the regular ingredients, follow the original steps, and enjoy a non-alcoholic version.
Making it Vegan:
The Grand Slam Cocktail is naturally vegan-friendly if you ensure your grenadine is free from animal products. Some commercial grenadines may contain cochineal (a red dye made from insects), so check labels or make your own at home using pomegranate juice and sugar.What is a Grand Slam Cocktail?
A Grand Slam Cocktail is a rum-based drink made of Flor de Caña 7-year-old grand reserve rum, Gosling’s Black Seal rum, Pierre Ferrand dry curaçao ancienne methode, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and grenadine. This cocktail is not complicated; it involves straightforward steps like shaking the ingredients and straining them into a glass with crushed ice. The blend of aged and dark rums with citrus notes creates a bold flavor profile that stands out in any setting.
What is a Grand Slam Cocktail made of – The ingredients
These ingredients you need for a Grand Slam Cocktail
- Caña, a 7-year-old grand reserve rum: Adds depth and complexity with its aged, smooth flavor.
- Gosling’s Black Seal rum: Provides a rich, dark molasses taste that enhances the cocktail’s boldness.
- Pierre Ferrand dry curaçao ancienne methode: Brings a refined orange citrus note to balance the rums.
- Lemon juice, freshly squeezed: Adds a fresh, tangy acidity to brighten the drink.
- Grenadine: Contributes sweetness and a hint of pomegranate flavor for balance.
- Orange twist (for garnish): Offers a fragrant citrus aroma and an elegant finishing touch.
