Cobra's Fang Cocktail: Classic Tiki Recipe
Cobra's Fang is a tantalizing twist on classic tiki cocktails, capturing the mysterious allure of the South Pacific with tropical flavors and a daring spirit. Originally crafted by tiki pioneer Don the Beachcomber, it enchants with a blend of potent rums, exotic juices, and a hint of spice, perfect for tropical-inspired gatherings.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker (Boston or cobbler style)
- Hawthorne strainer
- Jigger (1 oz / ½ oz dual measure)
- Citrus juicer or hand press
- Highball glass or tiki mug
- Lewis bag and mallet (for crushing ice)
Ingredients
- 1 oz fresh-squeezed lime juice 30ml
- 1 oz fresh-squeezed orange juice 30ml, preferably Valencia oranges
- ½ oz passion fruit syrup 15ml
- ½ oz falernum 15ml, a spiced citrusy syrup
- 1 oz light rum 30ml, preferably Cuban-style
- 1 oz dark rum 30ml, preferably Jamaican
- ½ oz 151-proof rum 15ml, a strong overproof rum
- 1 dash Angostura bitters
- 1 dash grenadine for colour and sweetness
- 4 oz ice cubes for shaking
- 6 oz crushed ice for serving
Garnish
- 1 sprig mint
- 1 slice lime wheel
Instructions
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes.4 oz ice cubes
- Measure and pour in the lime juice, orange juice, passion fruit syrup, falernum, light rum, dark rum, 151-proof rum, Angostura bitters, and grenadine.1 oz fresh-squeezed lime juice, 1 oz fresh-squeezed orange juice, 1/2 oz passion fruit syrup, 1/2 oz falernum, 1 oz light rum, 1 oz dark rum, 1/2 oz 151-proof rum, 1 dash Angostura bitters, 1 dash grenadine
- Shake vigorously for 10–15 seconds until the outside of the shaker is frosty cold.
- Strain the mixture into a chilled highball glass or tiki mug filled with fresh crushed ice.6 oz crushed ice
- Garnish with a sprig of mint and a lime wheel. Serve with a straw so you catch the mint aroma with every sip.1 sprig mint, 1 slice lime wheel
Notes
Storage: Pre-batch the full liquid mixture (rums, syrups, juices, bitters, grenadine) up to 24 hours ahead in a sealed jar in the fridge. Do not add ice to the batch — shake or stir individual servings over ice just before serving.
Make-Ahead: Squeeze lime and orange juice up to 24 hours in advance and refrigerate; flavour drops off noticeably past that window.
Substitution: No falernum? Mix simple syrup with a pinch of ground clove and a few drops of almond extract as a stand-in.
Lower Proof Option: Omit the 151-proof rum and replace with an extra ½ oz dark rum for a less potent but still balanced cocktail.
Pro Tip: Use crushed ice in the serving glass, not cubed — it dilutes at the correct rate and tempers the overproof rum's heat for a smoother drinking experience.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 265kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 1gFat: 0.2gSaturated Fat: 0.02gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.02gSodium: 20mgPotassium: 147mgFiber: 2gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 294IUVitamin C: 28mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.4mg
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