Scorpion Cocktail Recipe
A classic tiki cocktail created by Trader Vic in the 1950s, featuring light rum and brandy with fresh citrus juices and orgeat. Tart, fruity, and refreshing, typically blended with ice for a frosty texture.
Make This
- Base
- Rum
- Glass
- Double old-fashioned or brandy snifter
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- 6 minutes
- Strength
- Medium
- Flavor
- Citrusy
Ingredients
- 2 oz Light Rum
- 1 oz Brandy
- 2 oz Orange Juice
- 1 1/2 oz Lemon Juice
- 1/2 oz Orgeat Syrup
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a blender with 1 cup (about 150-200g) of crushed or shaved ice.
- Blend for 10 seconds until smooth and frothy.
- Pour unstrained into a double old-fashioned glass or brandy snifter. Add more ice cubes if desired.
- Garnish with an edible flower, mint sprigs, or fruit.