Cocktails

Fins to the Left: Fantastic Make and Take Tailgating Cocktails

22 May, 2017

Inspired by our tailgating trip to see Jimmy Buffet, I wanted to make some grab and go cocktails that were on-theme! I felt like a margarita for Margaritaville was perhaps too on the nose, so I went searching for tropical, fun, and tasty cocktails to bring along.

As I was perusing various recipes, I stumbled across the Finding Nemo! I loved the cocktail garnish the most.

Finding Nemo

1 ozCoconut Rum
.75 ozHypnotiq
.5 ozLime Juice
.25ozPineapple Juice
.25 ozBlue Curacao
GarnishSwedish Fish

To create this drink, pour all of your liquids into a cocktail shaker. Add ice, cover, and shake for about 12 seconds*. Strain into a cocktail glass (Coupe or Martini any glass you choose). Garnish with a Swedish Fish.

*To prepare ahead and serve in half-pint jars, simply pour liquids into each jar. When it’s time to serve them, shake and strain on the spot, or simply have them pre-chilled.

Finding Nemo a whimsical drink crafted by Brendan Turner of Side Bar in San Diego.

How perfect was this drink!!!

To get your fish to float, you can serve instead in a Collins Glass with lots of ice. Gently place your fish on the ice to help it float!