Hand Grenade Cocktail

Calories: 598kcal

Prep Time: 3

Total Time: 3

New Orleans’ Most Explosive Drink

The Hand Grenade cocktail is a tropical powerhouse that embodies the electric energy of New Orleans’ Bourbon Street. This infamous drink, exclusively served by Tropical Isle during Mardi Gras, is known as “New Orleans’ Most Powerful Drink.” Its bright green hue, fruity sweetness, and intense potency make it a must-try for cocktail lovers. While the exact recipe is a closely guarded secret, this version comes pretty close. Fair warning: It’s as dangerous as it is delicious.

Ingredients

1.5 oz Vodka
1.5 oz White Rum
1.5 oz Gin
1.5 oz Melon Liqueur
1.5 oz Grain Alcohol
1 oz Sugar Syrup
1 oz Pineapple Juice
Ice

Instructions

Combine Ingredients:

In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, add 1.5 oz vodka, 1.5 oz white rum, 1.5 oz gin, 1.5 oz melon liqueur, 1.5 oz grain alcohol, 1 oz sugar syrup, and 1 oz pineapple juice.

Shake Well:

Shake the mixture vigorously to ensure all ingredients are well-blended and chilled.

Strain and Serve:

Strain the mixture into a tall glass filled with ice.

Notes

Why You Need to Try This Cocktail

Potent & Punchy – A seriously strong cocktail that lives up to its reputation.
Fruity & Refreshing – Sweet melon and pineapple flavors help mask the booze… until it hits you.
Perfect for Parties – A high-energy drink that gets the night started (just pace yourself!).
New Orleans Vibes at Home – Bring Bourbon Street to your living room with this legendary cocktail.

Scotty’s Pro Tips

Want a sweeter twist? Add an extra splash of pineapple juice.
Chill your glass beforehand for an extra refreshing sip.
Skip the grain alcohol if you prefer something a little less lethal (but where’s the fun in that?).

The Hand Grenade cocktail is more than just a drink—it’s a full-blown experience. Whether you’re reminiscing about Mardi Gras debauchery or just looking for a wild party drink, this boozy masterpiece never disappoints.

Mix one up, sip cautiously, and get ready for a night to remember (or not).

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Estimated Nutrition:

Calories: 598kcal (30%)Carbohydrates: 40g (13%)Protein: 1g (2%)Fat: 0.03gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.01gSodium: 19mg (1%)Potassium: 58mg (2%)Fiber: 0.1gSugar: 39g (43%)Vitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 3mg (4%)Calcium: 7mg (1%)Iron: 1mg (6%)

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