Hurricane

The Hurricane is a vibrant, rum-forward cocktail bursting with tropical fruit flavors and a bold, festive spirit. Famous for its sweet-tart profile and dazzling red hue, this drink is the life of any party—whether you're celebrating Mardi Gras or just craving a taste of New Orleans. Served in a curvy hurricane glass and garnished with an orange slice and cherry, it's as eye-catching as it is delicious.

5 minutesEasy1 serving
Hurricane
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Ingredients
1 serving
  • Light rum
    60 ml (2 oz)
    A classic white or silver rum works well
  • Dark rum
    60 ml (2 oz)
    Adds depth and color
  • Passion fruit juice
    30 ml (1 oz)
    Essential for the authentic flavor
  • Orange juice
    30 ml (1 oz)
    Freshly squeezed preferred
  • Lime juice
    15 ml (0.5 oz)
    Fresh for brightness
  • Simple syrup
    15 ml (0.5 oz)
    Adjust for desired sweetness
  • Grenadine
    15 ml (0.5 oz)
    For color and sweetness
  • Ice
    1 cup
    For shaking and serving
Tools Needed
  • Shaker
  • Jigger
  • Strainer
  • Hurricane glass (or large curved glass)
  • Bar spoon
Instructions
  1. Fill a shaker with ice.

  2. Pour in the light rum, dark rum, passion fruit juice, orange juice, lime juice, simple syrup, and grenadine.

  3. Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds to chill and combine.

  4. Strain into a hurricane glass filled with fresh ice.

  5. Garnish with an orange slice and a maraschino cherry.

Why You'll Love This Cocktail
  • A taste of New Orleans in every sip
  • Bold, fruity flavors that are perfect for summer
  • Visually stunning with its deep red color and signature garnish
  • Easy to make for parties or gatherings
  • Pairs beautifully with festive occasions and spicy foods
History & Origin

The Hurricane was born in 1940s New Orleans at Pat O'Brien's Bar. During WWII, whiskey was scarce, but rum was in ample supply. The bar's distributors required them to buy large quantities of rum to get their hands on whiskey, so Pat O'Brien's developed this delightful concoction to move their rum stock. Poured into a hurricane lamp-shaped glass, the drink quickly became an icon of New Orleans' legendary cocktail culture, especially during Mardi Gras.

Garnish

A bright orange slice and a maraschino cherry—this not only adds a pop of color but also complements the tropical flavors, making every sip feel like a mini-vacation.

Nutrition Info

Approximate per serving: 300 calories, 0g fat, 32g carbohydrates, 2g protein, 0g fiber. Sugar content can vary based on juice and syrup brands.

Frequently Asked Questions

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