The Elevated Craft Team
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Cocktails
If there were ever a cocktail that could transport you to a beach with one sip, it's the Painkiller. Created in the 1970s at the legendary Soggy Dollar Bar in the British Virgin Islands, this tropical favorite earned its name by helping thirsty travelers cool off after swimming ashore to the dockless beach bar.
Built with dark rum, pineapple juice, orange juice, and cream of coconut, the Painkiller is rich, creamy, and endlessly refreshing. Freshly grated nutmeg adds a warm, aromatic finish that keeps the sweetness in check and gives the drink its unmistakable character.
While the original is famously made with Pusser's Rum, any quality dark rum will deliver a delicious taste of the islands. Whether you're poolside, hosting a backyard gathering, or simply dreaming of your next getaway, the Painkiller is one cocktail that always feels like a vacation.
(Originally published 7/31/26)
2 oz. Dark Rum (traditionally Pusser’s)
4 oz. Pineapple Juice
1 oz. Orange Juice
1 oz. Coco Reàl Cream of Coconut
Garnish: Freshly grated nutmeg, plus an optional pineapple wedge or orange slice
Add the rum, pineapple juice, orange juice and cream of coconut to Hybrid Cocktail Shaker filled with ice.
Shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds to ensure the cream of coconut is fully integrated.
Strain into a cocktail glass over crushed ice.
Top with freshly grated nutmeg and your choice of fruit.
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