Enjoy the Tea & Krampus recipe this winter! Combine rum, blackberry liqueur, allspice liqueur, lime juice, pineapple juice, and vanilla syrup to make a comforting drink.
Prep time:
1 minute
Mixing time:
2 minutes
Servings:
1
Calories:
259
Ingredients
- 1½ oz Aged Jamaican Rum
- ½ oz Jamaican Dark Rum
- ½ oz Blackberry Liqueur
- ¼ oz Allspice Dram Liqueur
- ¾ oz freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 oz pineapple juice
- ½ oz vanilla syrup
- 1 dash of Angostura Bitters
- Grated nutmeg - for garnish
Equipment
- Cocktail Shaker
- Measuring Jigger
- Strainer
- Rocks Glass
Instructions
- Prep Glass: Chill your rocks glass with some ice cubes.
- Add Angostura: Add 1 dash of Angostura Bitters to the shaker.
- Add Juices: Pour ¾ oz freshly squeezed lime juice and 1 oz pineapple juice into the shaker.
- Add Syrup: Measure and pour ½ oz vanilla syrup into the shaker.
- Add Liqueurs: Add ½ oz Blackberry Liqueur and ¼ oz Allspice Dram Liqueur to the shaker.
- Add Rums: Measure and pour ½ oz Jamaican Dark Rum and 1½ oz Aged Jamaican Rum into the shaker.
- Prep Shaker: Fill your cocktail shaker with ice.
- Shake: Shake the mixture well until chilled.
- Strain: Strain the cocktail into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice.
- Garnish: Sprinkle grated nutmeg on top for garnish.
Notes
Substitutes:
- Rums: If Jamaican Rum is not available experiment with dark and aged rum from different countries.
- Blackberry Liqueur: I sometimes use crème de cassis or another berry liqueur in its place.
- Allspice Dram Liqueur: You can quickly create something similar by infusing crushed allspice berries with rum for about 10 days, filter with a coffee filter and add sugar to balance it out.
Making a Pitcher of Tea & Krampus:
- Scale: Multiply all ingredients by the number of servings you need; for example, for eight servings, use 12 oz of Aged Jamaican Rum, 6 oz of Jamaican Dark Rum, and adjust other ingredients accordingly.
- Mix: Combine all ingredients in a large pitcher and stir well.
- Serve: Pour into individual rocks glasses over ice and garnish with Nutmeg.
Making it Non-Alcoholic
- Rum Substitute: Use non-alcoholic rum alternatives or mix equal parts apple juice and molasses for depth.
- Blackberry Liqueur Substitute: Replace with blackberry syrup or juice.
- Allspice Dram Substitute: Infuse allspice berries in water with a touch of sugar to mimic the flavor.
Making it Vegan:
The original recipe is vegan-friendly, but ensure that any substitutes used are vegan-certified if needed.What is a Tea & Krampus?
A Tea & Krampus is a rum-based cocktail made of Jamaican Rums, Blackberry Liqueur, Allspice Dram Liqueur, freshly squeezed lime juice, pineapple juice, vanilla syrup, and Angostura bitters. It’s easy to make as it requires simple mixing and shaking techniques. The unique combination of ingredients gives it a festive and spicy flavor profile that’s perfect for winter gatherings.
What is a Tea & Krampus made of – The ingredients
Prepare these items to mix up Tea & Krampus:
- Aged Jamaican Rum: Delivers a rich, complex rum flavor as the cocktail’s foundation.
- Jamaican Dark Rum: Adds depth and a robust, dark rum character.
- Blackberry Liqueur: Infuses a sweet and fruity berry essence.
- Allspice Dram Liqueur: Brings warm, spicy notes to the mix.
- Freshly Squeezed Lime Juice: Provides a refreshing citrus tang for balance.
- Pineapple Juice: Enhances the tropical fruitiness of the drink.
- Vanilla Syrup: Introduces a smooth, sweet vanilla flavor.
- Angostura Bitters: Adds aromatic spice complexity.
- Grated Nutmeg (for garnish): Completes the drink with a fragrant, spicy aroma.
