{"title":"Hurricane -- Variation #2 (Pat O'Brien's Inspired)","description":"\u003cp\u003eBuilding a serious Hurricane requires a serious approach to its key components, and this collection brings together the specific craft spirits I reach for. You need a split base to get this right: a clean, bright, and dry white rum like The Real McCoy 3 Year lays the grassy, vegetal foundation, while an aged Demerara rum, specifically the El Dorado 8 Year, introduces that crucial weight and a hint of molasses richness. These aren't just arbitrary cocktail ingredients; they are the calibrated building blocks that support the bright passion fruit and citrus, ensuring your drink has structure and isn't just a saccharine fruit bomb. For anyone looking to perfect their tiki game or just stock a versatile home bar, having these two distinct rums on the shelf is a smart move. You can find these curated bottles and more essentials right here at the House of Bitter Bear, selected by me, Anders Erickson, to make your cocktails consistently better.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"el-dorado-8-year-rum","title":"El Dorado 8 Year Rum","description":"\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout El Dorado 8 Year Rum\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"lp-pom-text-3\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA delightful rum. Originally listed, because Greg Titian from How to Drink shouts out the bottle as prerequisite for starting your home bar. If you're shopping for an 8 year rum, or a quality bottle for tiki concoctions and craft cocktails, then look no further than El Dorado 8 Year Rum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaramel and brown sugar shine through. Notes of stone fruit, toffee, butterscotch, and oak are present as is banana very subtly. The aroma is pleasant brown sugar. See the reviews for helpful Curiada customer notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested Serves\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOver ice with a wedge of lime\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGo tiki and try \u003ca title=\"The QB Cooler Cocktail\" href=\"https:\/\/curiada.com\/blogs\/how-to-drink-recipes\/the-qb-cooler-cocktail-recipe\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/curiada.com\/blogs\/how-to-drink-recipes\/the-qb-cooler-cocktail-recipe\"\u003eThe QB Cooler Cocktail\u003c\/a\u003e recipe by How to Drink\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMai Tai all the way\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Demerara rum is crafted by Master Blender, Sharon Sur-Hang-Baksh Laid in Guyana. After blending, the rum is laid to rest in oak barrels for at least 8 years. Demerara Distillers have a true commitment to sustainability. Their distillery has an on site Carbon Dioxide plant which captures the CO2 produced during fermentation for utilization in other local services such as soft drink carbonation and dry ice production. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e750ml \u0026amp; 80 Proof\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Demerara Distillers","offers":[{"title":"750ml","offer_id":47230025105660,"sku":"71958","price":35.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/6217\/6252\/files\/HfLBtxL5d8mLuPWZPUeO3LZnoarF59IcQuuox3w8e3E_6e3e5625-cd82-4a41-8cfc-a20b837fa007.png?v=1748998666"},{"product_id":"the-real-mccoy-3-year-rum","title":"The Real McCoy 3 Year Rum","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout The Real McCoy 3 Year Rum\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Real McCoy 3 Year Rum is a premium aged rum that has been expertly crafted to provide a smooth and rich taste. This rum is perfect for cocktail enthusiasts who want to take their home mixology game to the next level. With a rich history and a commitment to quality, The Real McCoy is a brand that you can trust to provide an exceptional product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLittle Known Fact \u003c\/strong\u003e(or maybe mostly known fact?)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Real McCoy Rum is named after the famous Prohibition-era rum runner Bill McCoy, who was known for only selling high-quality, unadulterated liquor. The term \"The Real McCoy\" is still used today to refer to authentic and genuine products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 3-year-old rum has a smooth and mellow taste with hints of vanilla, oak, and caramel. On the palate, you'll taste a subtle sweetness with a warm and satisfying finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCocktail Recipe Recommendation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Real McCoy 3 Year Rum is perfect for classic rum cocktails such as the Mojito, Daiquiri, and Rum Old Fashioned. For a simple yet delicious cocktail, try mixing The Real McCoy 3 Year Rum with soda water and a squeeze of lime for a refreshing rum and soda.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Real McCoy 3 Year Rum is made using only the finest sugarcane molasses from Barbados. It is distilled in a traditional copper pot still and aged for three years in American oak barrels. The result is a premium aged rum with a smooth and complex flavor profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended by \u003c\/strong\u003eAnders Erickson\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"One of my favorite light rums. So soft and smooth. This bottle never lasts long behind my bar.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're a rum lover, \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThe Real McCoy 3 Year Rum\u003c\/span\u003e is a must-try. Its smooth and mellow taste makes it perfect for sipping on its own or mixing into classic rum cocktails. Upgrade your home bar with The Real McCoy 3 Year Rum and experience the authentic taste of premium aged rum.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Real McCoy","offers":[{"title":"700ml","offer_id":47230042865916,"sku":"76878","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/6217\/6252\/files\/PAmHQlgzxjSbrbaFv5GhU3OQ7Lj0pbWgmfxGCVvPVt0_89ecb937-4c56-45c5-aa2f-b9239353a7bc.png?v=1748999685"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/6217\/6252\/collections\/Hurricane_--_Variation_2_Pat_O_Brien_s_Inspired.png?v=1762374556","url":"https:\/\/houseofbitterbear.com\/collections\/hurricane-variation-2-pat-obriens-inspired.oembed","provider":"House of Bitter Bear","version":"1.0","type":"link"}