Chester Copperpot's Reward

An adventurous tribute to a doomed explorer, this cocktail unearths a treasure trove of flavor. Dark spiced rum and golden pineapple juice chart the course, while earthy Amaro Nonino navigates the mysterious caves, leading to a surprising finish of spicy mole bitters.

Drink
7 ingredients
5 steps
Adventure

Gather these

Ingredients

2 ozDark Spiced Rum
1 ozPineapple Juice
1/2 ozAmaro Nonino
3/4 ozFresh Lime Juice
2 dashesXocolatl Mole Bitters
1Dehydrated Orange Wheel (for garnish)
1 pinchEdible Gold Luster Dust (optional, for garnish)

Step by step

Instructions

1
Add the dark spiced rum, pineapple juice, Amaro Nonino, fresh lime juice, and mole bitters to a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
2
Shake vigorously for 12-15 seconds until well-chilled.
3
Strain the mixture into a rocks glass over a single large ice cube.
4
If desired, lightly brush the dehydrated orange wheel with edible gold luster dust to resemble a treasure doubloon.
5
Garnish with the prepared orange wheel.

The Inspiration

Why this drink

This cocktail captures the spirit of The Goonies' adventure. The dark spiced rum is the foundation, representing One-Eyed Willy's pirate legacy. The pineapple and lime juice bring the bright, youthful energy and the thrill of the quest, reminiscent of the water slide scene. Amaro Nonino adds an earthy, bittersweet complexity, evoking the dark, booby-trapped caves beneath the Goon Docks. Finally, the mole bitters provide a surprising hint of chocolate and spice—a nod to Sloth's love for Baby Ruth and the unexpected dangers the kids face on their journey to find the treasure.

The Goonies · Adventure

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