Use the Tobago Tea recipe to create a vibrant cocktail with dark rum, Gin, lime juice, and guava syrup, ideal for summer refreshment.
Prep time: 1 minute minute
Mixing time: 1 minute minute
- 1 oz Dark Rum
- 1 oz Gin
- 1 oz lime juice
- 1 oz guava syrup
- Crushed ice
- Lime wedge or slice - for garnish, optional
Blender
Straw
Highball Glass
Measuring Jigger
Prep Glass: Fill your highball glass with ice cubes.
Add Guava Syrup: Pour 1 oz guava syrup into the blender.
Add Lime Juice: Add 1 oz lime juice to the mix.
Add Gin: Measure and pour 1 oz Gin into the blender.
Add Dark Rum: Pour 1 oz Dark Rum into the mix.
Add Ice: Add 1 scoop of crushed ice into the blender.
Blend: Blend until smooth
Pour: Pour your drink into your highball glass.
Garnish: Add a straw and place a lime wedge or slice into the glass for garnish.
Substitutes:
- Dark Rum: If you don't have dark rum, use light rum for a milder flavor. I've also used spiced rum for an extra kick.
- Gin: Vodka can replace Gin if you prefer a less botanical taste. It keeps the drink smooth and refreshing.
- Lime Juice: Fresh lemon juice works well if you're out of limes, though it will slightly alter the citrus profile.
- Guava Syrup: In a pinch, use passion fruit syrup for a similar tropical twist or simple syrup with a splash of guava nectar.
Making it Non-Alcoholic:
- Dark Rum Substitute: Use a non-alcoholic rum alternative; these are available and mimic the rich flavor of rum quite well.
- Gin Substitute: Opt for a non-alcoholic gin substitute to maintain the botanical notes without alcohol.
- Proceed As Usual: Replace the alcoholic ingredients with their non-alcoholic counterparts and follow the original steps for a refreshing mocktail.