Mr. Bali Hai
Ingredients
1.5oz
1oz
0.75oz
1.5oz
1oz
0.5oz
Preparation
Combine all ingredients with approximately one ounce of pebble ice in a cocktail shaker and whip shake for 8-10 seconds. Pour unstrained into a cocktail glass and fill with more pebble ice.
Glass
Tiki Mug
Ice
Pebble
The Mr. Bali Hai balances tropical brightness against an unexpected depth, with coffee liqueur lending a roasted, bittersweet backbone to the rum and pineapple foundation. Named for the legendary San Diego tiki bar that operated from 1954 to 2000, this drink delivers a complex interplay where the coffee notes cut through the fruit's sweetness while Jamaican rum adds funky weight. The generous lemon juice keeps everything tart and lively, preventing the drink from veering too heavy despite its darker undertones.