Tropical Havana Twist

Tropical Havana Twist is a classic rum cocktail with origins in 1920s Havana, Cuba. Named after President Gerado Machado, this drink boasts a balanced combination of light rum, dry vermouth, orange curaçao, and a dash of homemade grenadine. The resulting cocktail is slightly sweet and dry, making for a refreshing and elegant libation.

Tropical Havana Twist

A classic rum cocktail with a touch of sweetness and a hint of dryness, the Tropical Havana Twist embodies the essence of 1920s Havana, Cuba.

4.28 from 60 votes
Prep Time 1 mins
Cook Time 4 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 1.50 oz light rum
  • 0.75 oz dry vermouth
  • 0.50 oz orange curaçao
  • Dash of grenadine
  • Orange twist for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a mixing glass with ice, combine the light rum, dry vermouth, orange curaçao, and a dash of grenadine.
  2. Stir the ingredients until chilled.
  3. Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass.
  4. Garnish with an orange twist.