Aloha,

Beachcomber’s PunchAs I continue to sip my way through Beach Bum Berry Remixed the next drink is Beachcomber’s Punch.  This tasty little drink has lime juice grapefruit juice, apricot brandy, simple syrup, Demerara rum, butters, and Pernod.  It is a delicious little drink that is served in a champagne flute.  You put all the ingredients in a blender for a few seconds which really crushes the ice into fine pieces.  It is garnished with a sprig of mint.

This recipe is one of the original Donn The Beachcomber recipes that dates back to the 1930s. It’s amazing to think about the history this drink must have.  The countless times it has been served over the years.  I’m sure it must have be the start of a great night for so many people over the years.  Tonight, it was the start of my night.

Before you even pick up the glass you can smell the fresh mint that beautifully garnishes this cocktail.  There is a little trick to getting the mint aroma to really pop.  Clap your hands with the mint in the palm of one hand.  This will release the oils and make the mint far more aromatic.  

The first sip of the Beachcomber’s Punch you can taste the wonderful citrus that is grapefruit, and lime which instantly transports you to paradise.  The Apricot Brandy adds a delicious twist to the cocktail.  That is followed by a whisper of the Demerara rum which adds a little oaky caramel tone. The Pernod and Bitters balance the drink out and cut down on the sweetness giving just a hint of anise.  This is a fun little drink that is served beautifully.

I did make the mistake of blending mine a little too long. So it came out more like a frozen drink than finely crushed.  Next time I’ll be more careful, but that is all part of the fun trying these drinks and learning.

Mahalo!

Damon

In my Tiki Adventure I’m sipping my way through Beach Bum Berry Remixed .  This book is the encyclopedia of Tiki Cocktails.  I’d like to share my impressions of each drink with you, but I don’t think it’s fair to give every recipe from the book.  People worked hard to make the book.  If you want the recipe then buy yourself a copy. It’s well worth it!