The Boozy Bee

The Boozy Bee

  • Prep Time
    5 Minutes
  • Difficulty
    Easy
  • Servings
    1
Ingredients
  • 2 1/2 oz rum
  • 3 /4 oz Mike’s Hot Honey syrup (1:1 MHH and water)
  • 1/2 oz Sudachi juice (or sub lime juice)
  • 4 1/2 oz pineapple juice
  • Dash of Bittermens Tiki Bitters
  • Lime
Instructions


The Cocktail That'll Transport You to Flavor Paradise

Hey there, adventure seekers! Get ready to meet the drink that's about to become your tropical daydream. This isn't just another tiki cocktail – this is The Boozy Bee, a liquid postcard from paradise that Erik Astman of Oishii has gifted to the cocktail world!

Why This Drink is Pure Magic

Imagine capturing the essence of a sun-soaked beach, the warmth of a tropical breeze, and the unexpected kick of Mike's Hot Honey – all in a single glass. It's like a vacation for your taste buds, no passport required!

Cocktail Crafting: Your Tropical Escape Begins

The Hot Honey Syrup Hack

  • Mix equal parts Mike's Hot Honey and water
  • Watch the magic happen as they become best friends
  • Pro tip: Warm water is your flavor's secret weapon

The Rum Runner's Choice

  • 2 1/2 oz of your favorite rum
  • Tiki vibes are all about letting the spirit shine
  • Choose a rum that makes your taste buds do a happy dance

The Juice Junction

  • Pineapple juice brings the tropical party
  • Sudachi juice (or lime) adds that bright, citrusy hello
  • Pro move: Fresh juice always wins!

The Mike's Hot Honey Twist

  • 3/4 oz of liquid gold
  • Watch how it transforms the entire drink
  • This is where ordinary becomes extraordinary

The Mixing Ritual

  • Grab your shaker
  • Combine all ingredients
  • Shake like you're dancing to island music
  • Fill a glass with ice
  • Pour and watch the magic happen

The Finishing Touch

  • Dash of Bittermens Tiki Bitters
  • Garnish with a lime
  • Add a sprig of fresh mint
  • Take a moment to appreciate your mixology magic

Flavor Playground: Mix It Up!

Spice Seekers

  • Want more heat? Extra Mike's Hot Honey is your friend
  • Feeling adventurous? Play with the bitters

Juice Experimenters

  • No Sudachi? Lime works perfectly
  • Try different rums
  • Make it your own flavor adventure

Food Pairing Magic

This cocktail is looking for delicious friends:

  • Hot Honey shrimp skewers
  • Grilled Hot Honey fruit
  • Spicy Caribbean appetizers
  • Anything that loves a tropical vibe

Bonus Hack: Mike's Hot Honey Tropical Nuts

  • Roast mixed nuts
  • Drizzle with Mike's Hot Honey
  • Sprinkle with toasted coconut
  • Instant party snack!

The Oishii Connection

Created by Erik Astman at Oishii in Boston, this cocktail is more than a drink – it's a story in a glass, a journey of flavors that bridges continents and cuisines.

Share the Cocktail Love

Mixed this epic drink? Snap a pic, tag @MikesHotHoney, and show the world how you're bringing the sweet heat to happy hour!

Drizzle. Shake. Sip. Repeat. 🍯🍍🥃

Drink responsibly, flavor adventurously. 

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