Teresa's Recipes
The Monkey Puzzle
The Monkey Puzzle is a luscious tropical cocktail that will transport you to the sunny beaches of the Caribbean. This enticing concoction combines the smoothness of white rum, the freshness of pineapple juice, the tanginess of lime juice, and the sweet hint of grenadine. It's topped off with a juicy pineapple wedge and a vibrant maraschino cherry, making it a feast for both the eyes and the taste buds.
Ingredients
- 1 (for garnish) Maraschino cherry
- 1 (for garnish) Pineapple wedge
- as needed Ice cubes
- 1/2 oz Grenadine
- 1/2 oz, fresh Lime juice
- 1 oz, fresh Pineapple juice
- 2 oz White rum
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 1
- Dish Type: Drink
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Calories: 150
- Fat: 0g
- Carbs: 20g
- Protein: 0g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Sugar: 15g
Instructions
- Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice cubes.
- Pour the white rum, fresh pineapple juice, fresh lime juice, and grenadine into the shaker.
- Seal the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds to combine the ingredients and chill the mixture.
- Strain the cocktail into a tall glass filled with ice cubes.
- Garnish the cocktail with a pineapple wedge and a maraschino cherry on a cocktail stick.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the tropical flavors of the Monkey Puzzle cocktail.
Tips
- For a fun variation, try using coconut rum instead of white rum for an extra tropical twist. You can also add a splash of soda water for a refreshing fizz.