Cool Runnings Recipe

Chill and Prepare Glass

Place a tall Collins glass or hurricane glass in the freezer for 5–10 minutes to chill. If you prefer, fill the glass with ice water while preparing the cocktail, then discard before pouring.

Add the light rum, blue curaçao, fresh lime juice, simple syrup, pineapple juice, coconut cream, and angostura bitters into a cocktail shaker.

Fill the shaker about two-thirds full with cracked or cubed ice. Secure the lid and shake vigorously for 10–12 seconds until the exterior of the shaker is frosty and well chilled.

Discard the ice water from the chilled glass if used. Fill the glass about three-quarters full with fresh cracked ice.

Strain the shaken cocktail over the fresh ice into the prepared glass using the shaker’s strainer.

If you’d like a layered visual (deep blue rising to pale), gently pour an additional 0.25 oz of blue curaçao over the back of a spoon onto the top of the drink so it sinks slightly; otherwise skip.

Thread the pineapple wedge and lime wheel onto a cocktail pick and rest it across the rim of the glass.

Tuck a fresh mint sprig between the garnish and the glass so the aroma sits over the drink. Clap the mint between your palms once before tucking to release the oils.

Lightly grate a pinch of nutmeg over the top, if using, to add a warm counterpoint to the cool flavors.

Serve immediately with a straw and a small stirrer so guests can mix the layers if desired.