Cool Carlito

Jun 04, 2023June 4, 20230 14

Cool Carlito: A Refreshing Tropical Cocktail Recipe

by The Chefin Beverage

Prep

5 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

5 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 1/2 fluid ounces dark Jamaican rum
	2 fluid ounces cranberry juice
	2 fluid ounces pineapple juice
	1 1/2 fluid ounces orange Curacao or 1 1/2 fluid ounces triple sec
	2 tablespoons prepared sweet-and-sour mix
	ice , as needed

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

259

Sugar

32g

Fat

When you are looking for a refreshing cocktail that is easy to make, Cool Carlito is an excellent choice. This tropical cocktail is perfect for those hot summer days when you want to sit back and relax in the sun. The combination of dark Jamaican rum, cranberry juice, pineapple juice, orange Curacao or triple sec and sweet-and-sour mix gives this drink a great flavor that everyone will love. Whether you are entertaining friends or just hanging out with family, Cool Carlito is sure to be a hit.

Instructions

1.	Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
2.	Add dark Jamaican rum, cranberry juice, pineapple juice, orange Curacao or triple sec and sweet-and-sour mix.
3.	Cover and shake until the outside of shaker is frosty.
4.	Strain into a cocktail glass filled with ice.
5.	Garnish with a pineapple wedge and maraschino cherry.

PROS

Cool Carlito is a refreshing summer cocktail that is perfect for any occasion.
The combination of rum, cranberry juice, and pineapple juice gives it a tropical flavor that is sure to please your taste buds.
The sweet-and-sour mix adds a tangy kick that balances out the sweetness, making it a well-rounded cocktail.

CONS

As with any alcoholic beverage, it is important to drink Cool Carlito in moderation.
It contains a significant amount of sugar and alcohol, so it should not be consumed by those who are underage or pregnant.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this cocktail may not exactly be healthy for you, it does contain some health benefits. Pineapple juice is high in vitamin C and bromelain, which can help with digestion and reducing inflammation. Cranberry juice is also good for your immune system and can help prevent urinary tract infections.