Dust off those pastels, roll up your blazer’s sleeves and get ready to enjoy the tropical and smooth Miami Vice.
If anyone ever offers me a Miami Vice cocktail, the wind suddenly sweeps through my hair, my linen clothing begins to dramatically billow with it and the deep, atmospheric synth music of Jan Hammer begins playing over the soundtrack of my life. And since this all happens in my head, my guest is left awkwardly standing there, thinking my brain has left me.
Tonight’s drink is a smooth and tropical combo of the Strawberry Daiquiri and a Piña Colada. If you like any of those two tipples, you’ll love the Miami Vice. While the history of this drink is unknown, many cocktail enthusiasts have theorized that it originated in the Florida city that bears its name. I’m pretty sure that whoever created it was inspired by the iconic television series from the 1980s, but there are some out there that believe this recipe predates the show.
The exact history of this cocktail is more than likely forever lost, but the good news is that the drink itself will be around for a long time. A staple of beachside resorts, the Miami Vice is a cold, sweet and refreshing treat. The next time you’re throwing a poolside summer party and you can’t decide between serving Coladas or Daiquiris, let this recipe choose for you.
What Is The Best Rum To Use In A Miami Vice?
A white/silver rum is a fantastic choice for this drink. Its clear color and subtle tropical notes will meld seamlessly with the other ingredients, and as a result, create a perfectly balanced cocktail. If you want a more robust, complex and potent spirit, you can mix this recipe with a navy strength or overproof rum.
Ingredients
- 2 ounces light rum
- 2 ounces whole strawberries or strawberry purée
- 1 ounce freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 ounce simple syrup or granulated sugar
- 1 ounce coconut cream for example, Coco López
- 2 ounce pineapple juice
- A strawberry or pineapple slice for garnish
Instructions
Start with the strawberry daiquiri:
- Combine 1/2 cup ice, half of the light rum, the strawberries, lime juice, and simple syrup or sugar in a blender and mix until smooth.
- Set the strawberry daiquiri aside to mix later in a different container.
Move to the piña colada:
- Clean the blender before adding another 1/2 cup of ice, the rest of the light rum, coconut cream, and pineapple juice. Blend until smooth and set aside.
Combine
- Fill a hurricane or tall cocktail glass halfway with the strawberry daiquiri mix.
- Gently and slowly pour the piña colada mix over the strawberry daiquiri, filling the rest of the glass.
- Add a strawberry or pineapple slice as garnish. Serve with a straw.
Nutrition
What glassware and garnish is used?
You’ll want a large hurricane glass to drink your Miami Vice out of. It’ll comfortably hold the sizeable cocktail and will look great with a few straws and a mini umbrella sticking out of it.
What should I watch, the Miami vice show or movie?
I enjoy the two equally. Michael Mann is really the creative force behind both, and the series did go off the rails after he left. An alien disguised as James Brown in one particular episode is blatantly indicative of that. The 2006 movie is pretty divisive, but I think it’s a masterpiece of mood and style. Check them out, they’re worth your time.
Similar Drinks to the Miami Vice Cocktail
When the sun is blazing and your mouth is dry, a fruity and cold slushie-style cocktail is like manna from the heavens. If you love the Miami Vice and are looking for more drinks that favor that one, look no further than right here at Twist & Toast. We not only have the drinks that’ll scratch that summertime itch, but there are also cocktails for every occasion. Try these out below and explore the site for even more.
Frozen Blue Hawaiian – Pop on your Hawaiian Elvis Presley albums and mix up this creamy and coconutty treat for yourself.
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Coconut Margarita – Add some extra vacation vibes to your next margarita with this satisfying recipe.
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