Rev up your cocktail hour with the vibrant and refreshing "Roadrunner" – a tropical-inspired drink that perfectly balances sweet and tangy flavors. This eye-catching cocktail features the smooth almond notes of amaretto liqueur mingled with the bold richness of dark rum, complemented by the bright citrusy burst of freshly squeezed orange juice. A drizzle of grenadine syrup adds a ruby-red hue and a hint of sweetness, all shaken to perfection over ice for a chilled, invigorating sip. Garnished with a fresh orange slice and a maraschino cherry, this quick and easy drink—ready in just 5 minutes—makes an elegant centerpiece for any gathering. Whether you're hosting a summer soirée or unwinding after a long day, the Roadrunner is your ticket to paradise in a glass.
Fill a cocktail shaker with 1 cup of ice cubes.
Pour 1.5 oz of amaretto liqueur and 1.5 oz of dark rum into the shaker.
Add 4 oz of freshly squeezed orange juice and 0.5 oz of grenadine syrup to the mix.
Secure the lid on the cocktail shaker and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until the mixture is well chilled.
Strain the cocktail into a tall glass filled with fresh ice cubes.
Garnish the glass with a slice of orange on the rim and place a maraschino cherry on top for added flair.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Roadrunner!
Calories |
373 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 51.3 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.8 g | ||
| Protein | 1.1 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 23 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.1 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 246 mg | 5% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.