Rum Journal: The Bob Marley

By: - September 5th, 2014

By Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon
CJ Travel Editor

“Lively up yourself” with this multicolor Marley-inspired signature shot from Sandals and Beaches resorts.

It’s super-easy to make and the flaming finale is guaranteed to get the party started!

Ingredients

½ ounce grenadine
½ ounce crème de banana
½ ounce crème de menthe
½ ounce Appleton Estate VX rum
splash of Appleton Estate 151 proof rum

Method

In a double shot glass layer grenadine, banana liqueur, mint liqueur and Appleton Estate VX rum. Finish with a floater of 151. Ignite and enjoy!

— CJ

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