Fog Cutter
Trader Vic's tiki masterpiece: white rum, gin and brandy poured together, rounded with citrus and orgeat, crowned with a dark-rum float. It clears the fog — and goes down so smoothly you may drink too many.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you make a Fog Cutter?
A Fog Cutter is made by shaken method in 5 step(s). 1) Fill the shaker with ice and add the white rum, gin, brandy, lemon juice, orange juice, and orgeat. 2) Shake hard for 12-15 seconds, until the shaker frosts. 3) Strain into a tiki mug filled with crushed ice. 4) Slowly pour the dark rum over the back of a bar spoon to form a float. 5) Garnish with a mint sprig and an orange slice, and serve with a straw. Full recipe on MixMyth (mixmyth.com).
What ingredients are in a Fog Cutter?
A Fog Cutter needs 8 ingredient(s): Light Rum 60ml, Gin 15ml, Brandy 15ml, Fresh Lemon Juice 30ml, Fresh Orange Juice 60ml, Orgeat 15ml, Dark Rum (float) 15ml, Mint Sprig (garnish) 1 sprig.
What does a Fog Cutter taste like? How strong is it?
Flavor profile: Tropical, Fruity, Sweet, Rich & Smooth. Strength: 18-28% ABV.
What glass is a Fog Cutter served in?
A Fog Cutter is typically served in a tiki mug, prepared by the shaken method.
Ingredients
- Light Rum60ml
- Gin15ml
- Brandy15ml
- Fresh Lemon Juice30ml
- Fresh Orange Juice60ml
- Orgeat15ml
- Dark Rum (float)15ml
- Mint Sprig (garnish)1 sprig
Steps
- Fill the shaker with ice and add the white rum, gin, brandy, lemon juice, orange juice, and orgeat.
- Shake hard for 12-15 seconds, until the shaker frosts.
- Strain into a tiki mug filled with crushed ice.
- Slowly pour the dark rum over the back of a bar spoon to form a float.
- Garnish with a mint sprig and an orange slice, and serve with a straw.
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