• Dark rum
  45 ml (1.5 oz)

  Choose a rich, flavorful rum
• Light rum
  45 ml (1.5 oz)

  A mild, clean-tasting white rum
• Orange juice
  60 ml (2 oz)

  Freshly squeezed preferred
• Pineapple juice
  60 ml (2 oz)

  Fresh or high-quality store-bought
• Lime juice
  15 ml (0.5 oz)

  Freshly squeezed
• Simple syrup
  15 ml (0.5 oz)

  1:1 sugar to water ratio
• Grenadine
  15 ml (0.5 oz)

  For color and sweetness

• Shaker tin
• Hawthorne strainer
• Jigger
• Bar spoon
• Tiki mug or large goblet
• Citrus juicer

1. 1

   Add both rums, orange juice, pineapple juice, lime juice, simple syrup, and grenadine to a shaker tin filled with ice.

2. 2

   Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled.

3. 3

   Strain the mixture into a large goblet or tiki mug filled with fresh ice.

4. 4

   Optionally, float a splash of dark rum on top for extra aroma and visual flair.

5. 5

   Garnish generously and serve with a wide straw.

• Its vibrant, layered flavors offer a true taste of the tropics.
• The large serving size makes it perfect for sharing with friends.
• The presentation is eye-catching and festive, ideal for parties.
• Combines both dark and light rum for a complex, rich profile.
• It’s a classic tiki drink with a story to tell.

The Chief Lapu Lapu cocktail traces its roots back to the golden era of tiki bars in mid-20th century America. Named after Lapu-Lapu, the legendary Filipino chieftain who resisted Spanish colonization, this drink was made famous at the Polynesian-themed restaurants of Walt Disney World and Disneyland, notably the Tambu Lounge at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. Its theatrical presentation and bold flavors have made it a beloved staple among tiki enthusiasts.