Painkiller
Dark rum shaken with pineapple juice, orange juice and sweet coconut cream, served over crushed ice with fresh nutmeg on top. The tropical drink of the British Virgin Islands.
How to Make Painkiller
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Put the rum, pineapple juice, orange juice and coconut cream in a cocktail shaker with a handful of ice and shake hard for 15 seconds, until the outside is frosted and the drink is frothy.
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Strain into a tall glass filled with crushed ice.
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Grate fresh nutmeg generously over the top.
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Garnish with the orange wedge and pineapple leaf and serve with a straw.
Tips for Making Painkiller
- Shake it hard. The coconut cream and pineapple juice make a foam when shaken, and a long shake gives the drink its creamy top.
- Grate the nutmeg fresh. It is part of the drink, and pre-ground nutmeg has lost most of its aroma.
- Choose a dark or navy-style rum. It has a richer, more caramel flavour than white rum and stands up to the fruit.
What to Serve with Painkiller
- Grilled prawns
- Jerk chicken
- Fresh pineapple
Storing & Reheating Painkiller
Best made and drunk at once. The juices and rum can be combined ahead and kept in the fridge for a day, with the coconut cream added and shaken when serving.
Painkiller FAQ: Common Questions
How long does Painkiller take to make?
About 5 minutes in total — 5 minutes of preparation and of cooking. The recipe serves 1.
What are the key tips for making Painkiller?
Shake it hard. The coconut cream and pineapple juice make a foam when shaken, and a long shake gives the drink its creamy top. Grate the nutmeg fresh. It is part of the drink, and pre-ground nutmeg has lost most of its aroma. Choose a dark or navy-style rum. It has a richer, more caramel flavour than white rum and stands up to the fruit.
What should I serve with Painkiller?
Grilled prawns; Jerk chicken; Fresh pineapple.
Is Painkiller suitable for a special diet?
This recipe is vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free and no added sugar. Those labels are checked against the ingredient list, so a dish is only marked when nothing in it contradicts the claim.
How many calories are in Painkiller?
About 270 kcal per serving, with 1 g protein, 31 g carbohydrate and 1 g fat. The figures are calculated from the ingredient list and are an estimate.
Painkiller Nutrition
Per serving, calculated from the ingredient list. Treat these as an estimate — brands and cuts vary.
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