Kauai Rum Safari's Landmark Cocktail
Servings: 1
Cost: $15
The Li Hing Mui Rum Cocktail is the perfect drink to enjoy on a warm Hawaiian day. The sweet and tart flavors are perfectly balanced, and the lemongrass and tangelo tea add a refreshing twist. Paired with the crispy and delicious Maui Onion Chips, it’s a match made in heaven!
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Ingredients
- 1 1/2 oz White Rum
- 1/2 oz Lime Juice
- 1/4 oz Coconut Rum
- 2 oz Lemongrass and Tangelo Tea see recipe below (or use your favorite tropical tea)
- 1/2 oz Coconut Water
- Sweet Li Hing Mui Rim
Lemongrass and Tangelo Tea:
- 4 cups water
- 6-7 Tahitian Lime leaves
- 1 inch lemongrass
- 4 oz Cane Sugar
- 3 oz lemon, lime or tangelo juice
Instructions
Lemongrass and Tangelo Tea:
- Steep lime leaves and lemongrass in boiling water, turning off the heat once it boils.
- Add sugar and dissolve.
- Cool to room temperature.
- Add lemon/lime juice.
- Store refrigerated for up to 1 week.
To Create the Landmark:
- Rub lime juice around the rim of the glass.
- Dip the rim in sweet li hing powder.
- Add ice to the glass.
- Pour in the white rum, lime juice, coconut rum, lemongrass tea, and coconut water.