Scorpion Cocktail
This classic tiki drink blends light rum, brandy, fresh citrus, and almond syrup for a perfectly balanced, tropical cocktail—bright, nutty, and refreshing.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Jigger
- Strainer
- Bar spoon
- Citrus juicer
- Ice cubes
- Tiki glass
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz light rum
- 1 oz brandy
- 1 oz orange juice fresh preferred
- 0.75 oz lemon juice fresh preferred
- 0.5 oz orgeat syrup almond syrup
- 0.25 oz simple syrup optional, to taste
- crushed ice to fill glass
- orange slice for garnish
- mint sprig for garnish
Instructions
- Fill your shaker halfway with ice.
- Add rum, brandy, orange juice, lemon juice, orgeat, and simple syrup.
- Shake firmly for 10–15 seconds.
- Strain into a tiki glass packed with crushed ice.
- Garnish with orange slice and mint sprig.
Notes
Light rum keeps it lively, while orgeat syrup adds nutty depth. Try dark rum for a richer profile. Scale up for punch bowls at parties—this tiki classic is a crowd-pleaser!