CLASSIC COCKTAIL · 1934–1959
Scorpion
White rum, cognac, citrus and orgeat: Trader Vic’s tropical punch.
1947Historical classicResearched
The Scorpion is Trader Vic’s rum-and-cognac tropical punch, recorded in his 1947 Bartender’s Guide and later served in the large communal Scorpion Bowl. White rum, cognac, orange, lemon and orgeat create a smooth, almond-scented drink. Its exact inspiration is disputed, but Trader Vic did most to make it famous.
- Scorpion Bowl
- Samoan Scorpion
THE RECIPETropical, nutty and citrusy
Ingredients
- White rum45 ml
- Cognac22.5 ml
- Orange juice60 ml
- Lemon juice30 ml
- Orgeat15 ml
- Orange wheelto garnish
Method
Shake all ingredients with ice, strain into a tiki mug over crushed ice and garnish with an orange wheel.
Tiki mug · crushed ice · orange wheel