Mixing vibrant colors, exotic flavors, and a healthy dose of kitsch, Tiki cocktails are the perfect drink when fun is on the menu. This summer, Omni Hotels & Resorts has teamed up with renowned Tiki historian and cocktail author Jeff “Beachbum” Berry to bring the spirit of the tropics alive with Tiki Social, a pop-up bar and immersive experience running now through Labor Day at select Omni locations. While nothing beats experiencing the vibrant atmosphere of Tiki Social in person, Berry was kind enough to share his recipes with us so you can embark on your own tropical escape at home. The Totem's Kiss is a delightful tiki cocktail that offers a tantalizing blend of spices and citrus, perfectly crafted with your choice of gold rum or vodka.
Totem's Kiss Ingredients
- 2 oz Gold Rum or Vodka
- 1/4 oz Pimento Dram Liqueur
- 1/2 oz Cinnamon Syrup
- 1/4 oz Vanilla Syrup
- 1 oz Orange Juice
- 1 oz Fresh Lime Juice
- 1 1/2 oz Coconut Water (Unsweetened, Unflavored, No Pulp)
- 1 dash Angostura Bitters
How To Make A Totem's Kiss
- Fill a cocktail shaker full of ice.
- Add ingredients and shake until blended and chilled.
- Strain into a tiki mug.
- Garnish with chunks of pineapple, pineapple fronds, lime wedge, orange slice, maraschino cherries, a tiki cocktail pick, and the funky straw of your choice.
Pimento Dram is a Jamaican liqueur made from allspice berries, and is also known as allspice liqueur. Using a good quality Pimento Dram, or even making your own, will elevate the spice profile of the cocktail. And for that "vanilla-infused syrup," skip the store-bought stuff and easily make your own vanilla simple syrup at home with water, sugar, and a real vanilla bean or good quality vanilla extract for a truly fresh and aromatic touch.
