Jet Pilot
Trader Vic im own version of Test Pilot. Complex, strong tiki classic.
Wetin you need
- 23 mlDark Rum
- 23 mlGold Rum
- 15 mlOverproof Rum
- 15 mlLime Juice
- 15 mlGrapefruit Juice
- 15 mlCinnamon Syrup
- 15 mlFalernum
- 6 dropAbsinthe
- 1 dashAngostura Bitters
How to make am
- 1Combine all di ingredients for shaker with ice.
- 2Flash blend or shake well well.
- 3Pour into tiki mug with crushed ice.
- 4Garnish with mint and flamed lime.
Decoration
Mint sprig, dried lime
Tools
Cocktail Shaker
Story
Trader Vic develop Jet Pilot for 1950s as im answer to Don the Beachcomber im Test Pilot—because these tiki titans always dey for friendly competition. Vic im version add complexity and power, creating wetin many people consider the ultimate pilot-theme cocktail. Na aviation fuel for soul. Di flavor na attack on senses (for di best way). Three different rums dey create complex base, while cinnamon syrup dey add warmth and falernum dey provide spice. Di controversial absinthe—just few drops—dey add herbal, small licorice note wey dey make di drink unforgettable. Grapefruit juice dey keep everything balanced. Dis one na for experienced tiki drinker wey want complexity and no dey fear potency. E perfect for special occasions when you want something exceptional, or for quiet evenings of appreciating craft. PIF Notes: No skip di absinthe—those few drops dey transform am. And use cinnamon syrup wey you trust; e dey do heavy lifting for dis recipe. Di drink suppose get noticeable cinnamon warmth without being too sweet.