Bitches' Brew

Pro tips

• Dry shake (without ice) first with the egg white for 10-15 seconds to build foam, then add ice and wet shake for full integration and silky texture.
• Use fresh lime juice only—bottled juice flattens the citrus brightness needed to balance the spiced rum blend.
• Grate nutmeg directly over the drink just before serving; pre-grated loses volatile oils and aroma.
• Chill your glass beforehand; a cold surface preserves the foam head longer.

Substitutions

• Rhum agricole → overproof white rum (loses vegetal character but maintains proof and dryness)
• Pimento dram → cannot be reasonably substituted without altering the drink's core identity

Storage & make-ahead

Cocktails are served fresh; make to order. Prepare ingredients ahead (juices, syrups) in separate containers up to 24 hours.

Equipment

cocktail shaker · jigger · strainer · coupe or cocktail glass · microplane or box grater for nutmeg

Can I make this cocktail without egg white?

Yes, omit the egg white for a lighter drink, though you'll lose the silky mouthfeel and visual foam top that defines this recipe.

What's the difference between dark rum and rhum agricole?

Dark rum is typically molasses-based with caramel notes; rhum agricole is made from fresh sugarcane juice with grassy, vegetal character. Both are essential for the layered flavor.

Is pimento dram easy to find?

Pimento dram (allspice liqueur) is moderately available at specialty liquor stores; Bittermens is the most common brand. Substituting isn't recommended as it's central to the drink.

Should I use raw egg in this drink?

Use pasteurized eggs or pasteurized egg white product if you have food safety concerns; raw eggs are traditional in cocktails but optional.

What glassware should I use?

Serve in a coupe or cocktail glass to showcase the foam layer created by the egg white.