Name: Mini Scorpion Bowl Drink Recipe
Prep time: 7 min
Total time: 7 min
Yield: 1
Ingredients: 1 oz Light Rum; 1 oz Dark Rum; 1/2 oz Orgeat Syrup; 1 oz Fresh Lime Juice; 1 oz Fresh Orange Juice; 1 oz Pineapple Juice; Dash of Angostura Bitters; Crushed Ice; Pineapple Slice/Cherry; Mint Leaves for garnish

Inspired by a classic tiki cocktail, the mini scorpion bowl allows you to trade in your glass for something that will transport you away on a tropical vacation. The colorful concoction mixes rum and fresh citrus with pineapple and a splash of almond flavor for an experience that tastes both tropical and refreshing. Enjoy it individually or multiply the recipe for a dinner party, making sure everyone enjoys its fun flair.

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How to Make Homemade Mini Scorpion Bowl Drink

For a Mini Scorpion Bowl: In shaker, combine light and dark rum with fresh-squeezed orange juice, pineapple juice, freshly squeezed lime juice, and orgeat syrup over ice; Shake well, strain over fresh ice in a glass and garnish with tropical fruit to give it that tiki feel. Have your senses treated to tropical cocktail wonder.

Ingredients

1 oz Light Rum
1 oz Dark Rum
1/2 oz Orgeat Syrup (almond syrup)
1 oz Fresh Lime Juice
1 oz Fresh Orange Juice
1 oz Pineapple Juice
Dash of Angostura Bitters
Crushed Ice
Pineapple Slice/Cherry(for garnish)
Mint Leaves for garnish

Instructions

Combine Ingredients: Combine light rum, dark rum, orgeat syrup (almond), lime juice, and orange + pineapple juices with a dash of Angostura bitters in a cocktail shaker.
Shake: Fill the shaker with crushed ice and shake to combine all ingredients well.
Ice the Bowl: Ice a small tiki bowl or wide glass with more crushed ice.
Pour and Serve: Pour your cocktail mixture into the bowl or glass over crushed ice.
Garnish: Decorate with a slice of pineapple or cherry on top, and place fresh mint leaves.
Enjoy: Grab a straw and enjoy sipping these light, tropical vibes.

Serving Suggestions

Serve in a bucket glass (small) or scorpion bowl with 2-4 long straws for sipping.
Flavor Variations: Try with coconut or spiced rum to incorporate other flavors into your Long Island iced tea.
Personal Touch: Add a little grenadine (sweet) for color that pops.
Pairing Suggestions: Serve with light appetizers or tropical bites like coconut shrimp or mango salsa to bring out the fruit forward flavors of this wine.
Mocktail style: For a completely alcohol-free version of the mini scorpion bowl, replace rum with coconut water.

Tips and Variations

Sweeten It: Want it sweeter, add a smidgen of simple syrup or pineapple juice for more tropical flair.
Garnish experimentation: If you feel like completing the whole presentation game, use any other garnishes such as edible flowers or splash some sugar on to the rim.
Turn It Into a Punch: To make this for your next holiday party, triple the recipe and serve it up in a punch bowl with citrus slices floated on top.
Incorporate a Pinch of Spice: While not all spices were meant to go together, consider amplifying the flavor profile with some cayenne pepper or ginger.
Switch Up the Base Spirits: Replace tequila with rum, vodka or even leave out the alcohol altogether to see how it takes on various flavors.
Cold to Maintain Perfection: Chill your drink completely by putting the ingredients in the fridge or even ice for an amazing chill experience.

Preparation Time

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Mixing Time: 2 minutes
Total Time: 7 minutes
Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Information

Calories: 248 kcal
Carbohydrates: 21g
Protein: 1g
Fat: 0.2g
Saturated Fat: 0.1g
Sodium: 4mg
Potassium: 178 mg
Sugar: 15g

Ingredient Substitutes

Rum: Replace rum with coconut water or pineapple juice.
Orgeat Syrup: Orgeat syrup is fine, but if you do not have it on hand, almond syrup or a dash of amaretto should give a similar flavor profile.
Angostura Bitters: Replace them with any other aromatic bitters, e.g., orange or even by cherry, if you have some available, as well, creating an extra depth on the drink´s flavors. And alternatively, as simple or traditional you want to go, omit the bitters if you.
Lime Juice: Fresh lime juice is better, but you can use bottled one close to time. Lime Juice: A sweet version; switch out the lemon juice for lemonade.
Pineapple Juice: If this is too scarce, throw in some fresh pineapple puree or even apple juice, as it has a different flavor profile.
Grenadine: Use a simple pomegranate syrup or splash of cranberry juice instead for that combination of sweet and tang.
Mint Leaves: Fresh Mint Leaves (whole fresh mint ideal for garnish smell) You can also use Basil leaves to give a distinctive fragrance if fresh thyme is unfamiliar.

FAQs

Can I make the Mini Scorpion Bowl ahead of time?

Make the juice and syrup ahead, refrigerate them, then pour over crushed ice with rum for a deliciously fresh experience.

Which Rum makes the best of Mai Tai trash juice?

Feel free to play around with different types of rum, too — the recipe calls for a blend of light and dark varieties but mentions that coconut or spiced versions could be interesting substitutions.

Can I make a bigger batch so that we can enjoy them at our next party together?

To double or triple this simply multiply all of the ingredients by how many servings you need it to serve, and then add ice directly into your punch bowl/chiller just prior to serving.

How to Make a Non-Alcoholic Version?

Omit the rum for a non-alcoholic tropical drink, using coconut water or pineapple juice instead.

Where to Find Orgeat Syrup?

Orgeat syrup is available at liquor/ gourmet grocery stores or homemade with almond syrup.

What are some other garnish options?

Pineapple slices, mint leaves, edible flowers, maraschino cherries, colorful straws, and cocktail umbrellas.

Can you make this cocktail lower sugar?

If you want a lower sugar variety than that, opt for unsweetened pineapple juice and use stevia in place of grenadine or additional syrup.

Conclusion

Mini Scorpion Bowl is a traditional tiki cocktail, great for summer events or luau parties. Hence, it is loved for its sweetish generally refreshing taste which has an attractive presentation. It comes with a simple set of directions and is made up entirely of ingredients that you can match to your own taste. Have with friends, do not hesitate to experiment downstream your end.

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