Texas Hurricane

Texas, the second-largest state in the United States, is no stranger to hurricanes. Situated along the Gulf of Mexico, Texas is vulnerable to the devastating effects of these powerful storms. The state has experienced some of the most destructive hurricanes in history, such as Hurricane Harvey in 2017, which caused widespread flooding and destruction in the Houston area, and Hurricane Ike in 2008, which resulted in significant damage along the Texas coast. With its long coastline and numerous coastal cities and towns, Texas is at high risk for hurricanes, making it essential for residents and authorities to be prepared and vigilant during hurricane season.

Texas Hurricane
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Prep Time:

10 mins

Total Time:

10 mins

Servings:

1

Yield:

1 cocktail

Ingredients

Texas Hurricane
1 cup crushed ice
1 fluid ounce rum
1 fluid ounce coconut flavored rum
1 fluid ounce vodka
1 fluid ounce gin
1 fluid ounce triple sec (orange-flavored liqueur)
2 fluid ounces orange juice
1 fluid ounce pineapple juice
1 fluid ounce grenadine syrup
1 fluid ounce 151 proof rum
1 orange slice
1 lime slice
1 maraschino cherry

Directions

Texas Hurricane

Step 1

Fill a hurricane glass with ice. Pour in the rum, coconut rum, vodka, gin, triple sec, orange juice, pineapple juice, and grenadine. Stir well with a bar spoon, then pour the 151 rum over the back of the spoon to float the liquor on top of the drink. Garnish the glass with orange, lime, and a cherry.

Step 2

Sip with a straw from the bottom for a 'sneak up on you' punch or sip from the top for a 'knock you down' twister.

Complement

Hurricanes in Texas can bring heavy rainfall, high winds, storm surges, and widespread power outages, posing a significant threat to both property and human life. The state has implemented various measures to mitigate the impact of hurricanes, including evacuation plans, flood control systems, and building codes to withstand high winds. Despite these efforts, the unpredictability and sheer force of hurricanes make them a constant concern for those living in Texas, highlighting the importance of thorough preparation and response to these natural disasters.