It’s that time of year, when the thoughts of every rightly constructed young (and not so young) man and woman turn to the beach. And if that beach just happens to be on the island of Jost Van Dyke (the smallest of the four major British Virgin Islands), who could blame you if you dropped into The Soggy Dollar bar and ordered up a smooth and fruity Painkiller cocktail. After all, that’s where this famous concoction reputedly originated.
Ah, soft Caribbean breezes wafting through your hair, a glorious sunset, the waves gently lapping at your toes. After one of these cocktails you will definitely be feeling no pain. Unfortunately, most of us will not be making an excursion to Jost Van Dyke anytime soon, but that doesn’t mean you can’t have a Painkiller. Here’s the recipe, courtesy of Pusser’s Gin.
Inflate the kiddie pool, slather on some sunscreen, break out the lawn chair and make your own beach.
The Pusser’s Painkiller
Ingredients
- 2 oz Pusser’s Rum
- 4 oz pineapple juice
- 1 oz orange juice
- 1 oz cream of coconut
- Fresh grated nutmeg
Directions
- Combine liquid ingredients to a chilled shaker and shake. Pour into an ice-filled goblet. Grate fresh nutmeg on top. Enjoy responsibly.