Grateful Dead
Contemporary · Multiple · Hurricane glass
A potent layered cocktail combining multiple spirits with sweet and sour elements. Named after the legendary band, this drink is known for its strength and complex flavor profile that builds as you drink.
| Glass | Hurricane glass |
| Garnish | Cherry and orange slice |
| ABV | 25% |
| Category | Cocktail |
| Flavor | Sweet, Tropical, Refreshing |
Ingredients
- Vodka0.5 oz
- White Rum0.5 oz
- Gin0.5 oz
- Tequila0.5 oz
- Peach Schnapps0.5 oz
- Blue Curaçao0.5 oz
- Sweet and Sour Mix2 oz
- Pineapple Juice2 oz
- Sprite4 oz
Method
- Prep: Ensure all spirits and mixers are chilled
- Glassware: Fill hurricane glass with ice
- Build: Add 0.5 oz vodka, 0.5 oz white rum, 0.5 oz gin, 0.5 oz tequila, 0.5 oz peach schnapps, and 0.5 oz blue curaçao
- Build: Add 2 oz sweet and sour mix and 2 oz pineapple juice
- Top: Top with 4 oz Sprite
- Stir: Stir gently to combine
- Garnish: Garnish with cherry and orange slice
- Serve: Serve immediately
Pro Tips
- Use quality peach schnapps - cheap versions taste artificial in this complex mix
- Fresh pineapple juice makes a significant difference in taste
- Don't over-mix - let the blue curaçao create natural color variations
- Warn customers about the strength - this drink is deceptively smooth