Hand Grenade
The Hand Grenade is a popular cocktail associated with New Orleans, especially famous in the French Quarter. It's known for its tropical flavor and strong alcoholic content. The original recipe is a closely guarded secret, served at select bars in New Orleans, but a common homemade version typically includes the following ingredients:
Ingredients
- 1 part Vodka
- 1 part Rum
- 1 part Gin
- 1 part Melon Liqueur (like Midori)
- Pineapple Juice
- 1 splash Lemon-Lime Soda
Instructions
- Fill a Shaker with Ice: Start by filling a cocktail shaker with ice.
- Combine the Spirits: Add equal parts of vodka, rum, gin, and melon liqueur to the shaker.
- Add Pineapple Juice: Fill the rest of the shaker with pineapple juice.
- Shake: Shake the mixture well until it's thoroughly chilled.
- Prepare the Glass: Fill a tall glass or a specialty Hand Grenade glass with ice.
- Strain the Mixture: Strain the shaken mixture into the glass.
- Add Lemon-Lime Soda: Top the drink with a splash of lemon-lime soda.
- Garnish (Optional): Garnish with a slice of lime or a cherry.
Notes
- Strength: The Hand Grenade is a potent drink, largely due to the combination of multiple spirits. Enjoy it responsibly.
- Flavor: The melon liqueur gives this drink its distinctive tropical and fruity flavor.
- Variations: There are many variations of this drink, and the exact proportions can be adjusted to taste.