Scorpion Bowl With Fresh Fruit

 

Method 1

Ingredients

1 cup ice

1 cup cubed pineapple

1 mango, cubed

8 ounces aged rum

2 ounces brandy

3 ounces orgeat syrup

6 ounces freshly squeezed orange juice

1 1/2 ounces freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 1/2 ounces 151-proof rum, optional

Citrus slices, for garnish

Steps to Make It

Gather the ingredients.

Ingredients to Make Scorpion Bowl

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Add the ice, pineapple, and mango to a blender. Pulse to chop up the mix.

Mango, Pineapple, and Ice for a Scorpion Bowl

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Add the rum, brandy, orgeat syrup, orange juice, and lemon juice. Blend until smooth.

Rum and Juices for a Scorpion Bowl

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In a scorpion bowl, pour the blended mixture over large pieces of ice.

Pour Punch in Scorpion Bowl

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Fill the reservoir in the middle of the bowl with 151-proof rum. Add fruit garnishes. Using a long lighter, light the rum on fire.

Lighting Scorpion Bowl on Fire

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Extinguish the flame and add four long straws. Serve and enjoy.

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Tips

Always extinguish the flames before drinking.

Keep all flammables away from the volcano (including paper umbrellas).

Don't reach or lean over the bowl. Depending on the ambient light in the room, the alcohol flame can be nearly invisible and it's easy to forget that it's still on fire.

Fresh-squeezed citrus juices are going to create a better scorpion bowl. One orange will yield between 2 and 3 ounces of juice, so a few fruits should be enough. For the lemon, simply squeeze two halves directly into the blender.

Recipe Variations

You can serve the scorpion bowl in a regular small punch bowl and skip the flaming rum.

It's also fun to serve in individual tiki mugs or cups. Fill each with ice, pour the mixture to fill, then garnish.

A hollowed out half of a lime works as a reservoir alternative in both bowls and cups that don't have the built-in volcano. The trick is to balance it on a bed of ice so it rests securely and won't spill.

To make a slightly sweeter and pink punch, add 1 ounce of grenadine to the blender. It can also be used as a substitute for the orgeat, though 2 ounces should be enough.

Add 2 ounces of vodka or gin, or use either as a substitute for the brandy.

Use whatever tropical fruit is in season as a substitute for the mango. Passion fruit, papaya, and even a banana can add a fun twist of flavor.

Method 2

Ingredients:

- 2 oz light rum

- 2 oz dark rum

- 1 oz gin

- 1 oz vodka

- 1 oz grenadine

- 4 oz orange juice

- 4 oz pineapple juice

- Fresh fruit slices for garnish (such as oranges, pineapples, and cherries)

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl or pitcher, combine the light rum, dark rum, gin, vodka, grenadine, orange juice, and pineapple juice.

2. Stir well to mix all the ingredients together.

3. Fill a tiki mug or glass with crushed ice.

4. Pour the mixed drink over the ice.

5. Garnish with fresh fruit slices, such as oranges, pineapples, and cherries.

6. Serve and enjoy your Scorpion Bowl with Fresh Fruit!

Feel free to adjust the ingredients and proportions to suit your taste preferences. Enjoy!