Glisan Grog

I was lucky enough to be asked to provide a local-flavor exotic cocktail recipe to celebrate the triumphant return of Trader Vic’s to Portland. When I say triumphant, it is an understatement. The partners who realized this vision deserve the heaps of admiration they are currently receiving.

I did not expect to speak to a partner who clearly understood and had great experience with what Trader Vics is.  To be of the highest praise: This is Trader Vic’s.

And so, how could I not make a coffee grog? I’ve been waxing about the deep body of coffee for some time now and will likely continue. The dandy combination of Coffee/Lime/Pineapple forms the core of the flavor profile. One may be surprised at the volume of Herbsaint – it should balance the fresh pineapple and the middle fruity notes of the coffee, so feel free to tweak at will as to your taste and to your coffee.

Glisan Grog

2 oz dark Jamaica Rum ((a mix of dark and aged Jamaican is also interesting))
¾ oz cold coffee
¾ oz fresh pineapple juice 
½ oz Vanilla Syrup
½ oz fresh lime juice
1/8 oz Herbsaint ((or less as to your taste and balance))
2 dashes bitters

Flash blend with 6 oz crushed ice and pour into a double rocks glass. Garnish with spanked mint and a robust dusting of ground nutmeg.