A Day At The Beach

Pro tips

• Chill your glass before pouring to keep the drink cold longer without over-diluting.
• Pour grenadine slowly over the back of a bar spoon to create a layered effect at the bottom of the glass.
• Use fresh orange juice rather than concentrate for brighter, cleaner citrus flavor.
• Shake vigorously with ice for 10-15 seconds to properly chill and dilute the cocktail.

Substitutions

• Coconut rum → white rum or light rum (add 1/2 oz coconut syrup for flavor)
• Amaretto → almond liqueur or hazelnut liqueur (similar sweetness and texture)
• Grenadine → pomegranate syrup or raspberry syrup (maintains color and sweetness)

Can I make A Day At The Beach without coconut rum?

Yes. Substitute white rum or light rum, though you'll lose the coconut flavor. Add 1/2 oz coconut syrup or cream of coconut to compensate.

Should this drink be shaken or stirred?

Shake all ingredients with ice and strain into a glass filled with fresh ice for proper dilution and chill.

What type of glass should I use?

Serve in a highball or rocks glass over ice. A tall glass works well for layering the grenadine.

Can I batch this cocktail ahead?

Mix the rum, amaretto, and orange juice in advance and refrigerate. Shake with ice and top with grenadine just before serving to preserve color.

Is this drink sweet?

Yes, it's on the sweet side due to amaretto and grenadine. Adjust by using fresh-squeezed orange juice or adding a splash of lime juice for balance.