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New Orleans Hurricane Cocktail

LIZ DELLA CROCE

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The hurricane cocktail is a fruity rum punch made famous in New Orleans. The ultimate crowd-pleasing cocktail recipe!

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When I took a trip to visit New Orleans, I fell in love with the food, the culture, and of course, the infamous hurricane cocktail! You know how much I enjoy hosting parties and get togethers, so I figured I would share with you all how I make this mardi gras cocktail at home! Perfect for parties or when you want something fresh to relax on your own.

Ingredients

Rum: Mixing light rum and dark rum blends the fresh and smoky-sweet flavors that pair wonderfully with the fresh fruit juices.
Orange juice: Freshly squeezed orange juice adds a bright citrus and sweet taste.
Passion fruit juice: Sweet and just a little sour that balances out with the sweet and sour flavors of the orange and lime juice.
Lime juice: Citrusy like the orange juice, but bright and acidic with sour notes.
Grenadine: Typically made from pomegranate juice, it adds sweetness and a great burst of color to the cocktail.

How to Make New Orleans Hurricane Cocktail

To start your New Orleans Hurricane Cocktail, take a large pitcher and pour in the dark rum.

Then pour in the light rum.

Next add the orange juice.

And then pour in the passion fruit juice.

Finish by squeezing in the lime juice, and give everything a good stir. You could also make individual servings in a cocktail shaker.

Then in glasses filled with ice, evenly distribute the rum mixture, and top each glass with the grenadine.

Holding a New Orleans hurricane cocktail.

Garnish with fresh fruit, like lime or orange slices and maraschino cherries, then serve and enjoy your New Orleans Hurricane Cocktail!

Frequently Asked Questions:

What is New Orleans famous cocktail?

The Hurricane Cocktail was made in New Orleans back in the 1940s and is one of the drinks its well known for. The classic hurricane cocktail was made with just 3 simple ingredients of rum, passion fruit syrup, and lemon juice, but it has evolved to be the more fruity, bright version today.

Why is it called a hurricane cocktail?

The drink was created during World War II at Pat O’Brien’s when there was a surplus of rum and not as much whiskey. The ‘hurricane’ in the name comes from the shape of the glass it’s usually served in, as it resembles a hurricane lamp.

Can I make a hurricane a mocktail?

Simply take out the rum! You could add a bit of club soda to make it fizzy if it’s to your taste, or add some simple syrup if you want it sweeter.

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Liz enjoying a New Orleans Hurricane Cocktail.

Whether you mix up a big batch for a party or simply want to celebrate the end of the week, grab your friends and mix up a batch of this traditional hurricane cocktail. It’s ideal for entertaining because you can mix it all ahead of time and just pour over ice when your guests arrive.

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8 responses to “New Orleans Hurricane Cocktail”

Joy Atterbery

Marvelous darling, marvelous

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Kim Gordon

A delicious and dangerous drink. The New Orleans original has a LOT of rum and goes down altogether too easily! This sounds like a saner and still tasty version. I’ll be mixing this up when the weather gets warmer. Thanks for the recipe and stirring some old memories.

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Boyd Kobe

That sounds like a delicious drink! Definitely, want to give this a try.

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1. Liz DellaCroce
  
  I hope you love it!!
  
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Joanne Bruno

So fruity! This is definitely a cocktail I can get behind.

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1. Liz DellaCroce
  
  So so good!
  
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George

Hi and thanks for this cocktail
I have a question, how do you think can I drink this cocktail during the training in gym? I mean is it not too sweet?

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1. Liz DellaCroce
  
  It’s a little too sweet I’m afraid. I would recommend vodka and soda. ;)
  
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