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Scorpion Bowl
The ultimate communal tiki cocktail — a large-format punch bowl meant for sharing. Rum, brandy, gin, citrus juices, and orgeat served in a dramatic scorpion bowl with fire. A party centerpiece that's been a Chinese restaurant staple since the 1950s.
Prep15 minutes
Cook0 minutes
Serves4-6 servings
Ingredients
- 2 oz gold rum
- 1 oz brandy
- 1 oz gin
- 1 oz orange juice
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1 oz orgeat syrup
- 4 oz fresh pineapple juice
- 1/2 oz grenadine
- 1 dash Angostura bitters
- Crushed ice
- 151 rum for flaming
- Flower, fruit, and straws for serving
Instructions
- 1. Add all ingredients except 151 rum to a shaker with ice.
- 2. Shake vigorously, then pour into a scorpion bowl (or large punch bowl) filled with crushed ice.
- 3. Pour 151 rum into the center well of the bowl.
- 4. Carefully ignite the 151 rum with a long match.
- 5. Place long straws for each guest.
- 6. Garnish with flowers, orange slices, and a pineapple spear. Serves 4-6.
- SAFETY: Blow out flame before drinking. Never refill while lit.
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