Painkiller cocktail plus#

It's only the proportions that differ slightly. If you search the web for painkiller recipes you will discover that all the recipes out there use the same ingredients. Their version of the painkiller is legendary, but you've got to go there to enjoy it. However, they keep their proportions secret. The most authentic painkiller recipe is the one served at the Soggy Dollar Bar, on the Island of Jost Van Dyke where this drink was invented. Is there an authentic painkiller cocktail recipe?

Painkiller cocktail plus#

These four main ingredients plus ice, freshly ground nutmeg, and thin slices of pineapple and/or orange to garnish the glasses. You need orange juice, pineapple juice, cream of coconut and Pusser's dark rum.

A few sips in and we and we were all smiles, feeling vacation relaxation come over us. We had heard raves about this legendary island cocktail and it didn't disappoint. John a few years back, the first thing we did when we got off the boat was head to nearest bar for a round of painkillers. Why is it called a Painkiller?Īnd it really does.

After a few sips you'll be feeling those happy tranquil island vibes. A painkiller cocktail transports you to a beach overlooking the turquoise waters of the Caribbean. You will love sipping a painkiller over brunch, at a summer barbecue or anytime you feel festive or want to feel festive. Pineapple juice, orange juice, coconut cream and rum are shaken, poured over ice, and topped with fresh grated nutmeg, to make this terrific drink that literally tastes like the tropics. If using a garnish, don’t place the garnish on the jello shot until just ready to serve.Īnd as always it’s a great day to order my cookbook.Nothing says palm trees and ocean breezes like an ice cold Painkiller, the ultimate Caribbean cocktail. If doing a half recipe and only using 3 ounces of gelatin you will only get 8-10 Jello shots depending on how you pour. This batch uses 6 ounces of gelatin and so you will get around 18-20 Jello shots. When throwing a party, you’ll probably want to prepare 4-6 Jello Shots for each guest. Things to remember when making Jello Shots. I happen to love nutmeg so I made sure to use it. If you are not a fan of nutmeg you can always skip it.

Painkillers also have a dash of freshly ground nutmeg as well. Though the Painkiller uses far less than the pina colada. Or in the case of this recipe both pineapple juice and pineapple gelatin. You may be looking at the ingredients and saying what is the difference between a Painkiller and a Pina Colada? Though I fully admit to throwing back jello shots at hockey tournaments when everything aches. Today’s use of alcohol as a painkiller tends to come in the form of drinking margaritas after a bad day with your coworkers at happy hour.īut these jello shots are more about celebrating than taking away pain. Then again back then they used opium and cocaine too. I often think back to the old west movies where they would have the guy they were working on take shots of whiskey. Alcohol has a long history of being used as a painkiller. So to be safe (I kid) I did use it in my jello shots and I found the rum at my local Total Wine store. Though I do know many years ago they sued a bar for using the name of the cocktail and for serving it with other rums. Or maybe they will, I’m not sure about their company policy. I mean it’s not like the Pusser’s rum police will come crashing into your party if you make it with other rum. The Painkiller cocktail is actually trademarked by Pusser’s Rum as their signature cocktail.įor it to be a true painkiller you need to use their rum. These Painkiller Cocktail Jello Shots are a gelatin twist on the classic tropical cocktail. Jump to Recipe These Painkiller Cocktail Jello Shots have rum, pineapple juice, cream of coconut, orange juice, and a pinch of fresh nutmeg.