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Painkiller Cocktail Drink

Best Painkiller Cocktail Recipe

Gavin Wrigley Written by Gavin Wrigley
Here's our simple Painkiller recipe! With a blend of dark rum, tangy pineapple juice, and creamy coconut, this drink is your go-to for instant relaxation.
Prep time: 1 minute
Mixing time: 1 minute
Servings: 1
Calories: 297

Ingredients
 

  • 2 oz Dark Rum
  • 4 oz pineapple juice
  • 1 oz orange juice
  • 1 oz coconut cream
  • Ice cubes
  • Nutmeg - for garnish, optional
  • Pineapple slice or grated nutmeg - for garnish, optional

Equipment

  • Highball Glass or Tiki Mug
  • Measuring Jigger
  • Shaker
  • Strainer

Instructions

  • Prep Glass: Fill your highball glass or tiki mug with ice cubes.
  • Combine Ingredients: In the shaker, add 1 oz coconut cream, 1 oz orange juice, 4 oz pineapple juice, and 2 oz Dark Rum.
  • Shake Well: Ice up your shaker and shake the mixture vigorously for about 15-20 seconds.
  • Strain: Replace the ice in your highball glass or tiki and strain the mixture into it.
  • Garnish: Sprinkle a pinch of nutmeg on top or add a pineapple slice or cherry for garnish.

Notes

Substitutes:

  • Dark Rum: Spiced rum works well if you don't have dark rum. I've even used white rum, but it lacks dark rum's rich, molasses-like flavor.
  • Pineapple Juice: Mango juice can be a good alternative, although it changes the tropical profile of the drink.
  • Orange Juice: You can use grapefruit juice for a slightly more tart flavor.
  • Coconut Cream: Coconut milk or a coconut-flavored non-dairy creamer can work if you're in a pinch.

Making a Pitcher of Painkiller:

  • Scale: To make a pitcher that serves 8, multiply all the ingredients by 8. That would be 16 oz of dark rum, 32 oz of pineapple juice, 8 oz of orange juice, and 8 oz of coconut cream.
  • Mix: Combine all the ingredients in a large pitcher and stir well.
  • Serve: Pour the mixture into ice-filled highball glasses or tiki mugs, garnish as desired, and serve immediately.

Making it Non-Alcoholic:

  • Dark Rum Substitute: Use a non-alcoholic rum alternative or even a mix of molasses and water to mimic the dark rum flavor.
  • Proceed As Usual: Use these non-alcoholic substitutes instead of the regular ingredients, follow the original steps, and enjoy a non-alcoholic Painkiller.

Making it Vegan:

  • Coconut Cream: Ensure that the coconut cream you're using is vegan. Some brands add dairy or other animal-derived stabilizers.
  • Garnish: Skip the traditional garnish of a cherry if it's not vegan. Many maraschino cherries contain non-vegan food coloring or preservatives. Use a pineapple slice instead.