Cocktail
Cobra's Fang
How to make a Cobra's Fang - the exotic Tiki classic by Don the Beachcomber of rum, falernum, lime and fruit juices with Pernod and Angostura.
6 minPrep time
mediumDifficulty
Tiki mugGlass
1Serving(s)
The Cobra’s Fang is an opulent Tiki classic from the workshop of Don the Beachcomber: dark rum meets falernum, lime, orange and a touch of anise. Angostura and Pernod give the drink its mysterious spice. A real exotic experience in the Tiki mug.
Instructions
- Add all ingredients with a cup of crushed ice to the blender.
- Blend on high for a few seconds.
- Pour the mixture unstrained into a Tiki mug.
- Top up with more crushed ice if needed.
- Garnish with a fresh mint sprig and serve.
Garnish: Mint sprig
Pro tip: Blend the ingredients vigorously with crushed ice in the blender and pour everything unstrained into the Tiki mug - this keeps the frosty Tiki character intact.
Frequently asked questions
Who invented the Cobra's Fang?
The Cobra's Fang comes from the legendary Tiki bar of Don the Beachcomber and is one of the classic exotic drinks of the 1940s.
What is falernum?
Falernum is a sweet Caribbean syrup or liqueur with lime, almond and spices such as clove and ginger.
Can I leave out the Pernod?
The anise dash shapes the aroma strongly, but it can be reduced for a milder taste or replaced with pastis.
Ingredients
- Dark rum5 cl
- Lime juice2 cl
- Orange juice2 cl
- Falernum1,5 cl
- Pernod (anise)1 dash
- Angostura bitters2 dashes
