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Bahama Mama

Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Bahama Mama

Creating a Bahama Mama is easy and requires only a few simple steps. Follow these steps to make the perfect Bahama Mama every time.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Drinks
Cuisine Caribbean
Servings 1 cocktail
Calories 250 kcal

Notes

 

Step 1: Gather Your Ingredients and Tools

Start by ensuring you have everything you need within reach. Here’s what you’ll need:
  • Ingredients: All ingredients listed in the table above
  • Tools:
    • Cocktail shaker or mixing glass
    • Jigger (for accurate measurements)
    • Highball or hurricane glass for serving

Step 2: Measure and Mix

  1. Combine Rums and Juices: In your cocktail shaker, combine the light rum, dark rum, coconut rum, pineapple juice, and orange juice.
  2. Add Ice: Fill the shaker halfway with ice cubes. This step is essential for chilling the drink and slightly diluting the strong flavors for a balanced taste.
  3. Shake Well: Shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds, allowing the ice to cool and combine the ingredients.

Step 3: Serve and Garnish

  1. Strain Into Glass: Strain the mixture into a highball or hurricane glass filled with fresh ice cubes.
  2. Add Grenadine: Slowly pour grenadine over the top of the drink; it will settle toward the bottom, creating a beautiful gradient effect.
  3. Garnish: Top your Bahama Mama with a pineapple wedge, maraschino cherry, or a small paper umbrella for a fun, tropical touch.
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