Cocktail
Mary Pickford
How to make a Mary Pickford - the fruity rum cocktail with pineapple, grenadine and maraschino from the Prohibition era. A Cuban recipe to mix at home.
5 minPrep time
easyDifficulty
CoupeGlass
1Serving(s)
The Mary Pickford originated in the 1920s in Havana and is named after the Hollywood star of the time. White rum, fresh pineapple juice and a hint of grenadine make a fruity-sweet cocktail in delicate pink. An elegant classic from the golden era of Cuban bar culture.
Instructions
- Add rum, pineapple juice, grenadine and maraschino to the shaker.
- Add plenty of ice.
- Shake hard for about 12 seconds.
- Strain into a chilled coupe.
- Garnish with a cocktail cherry and serve.
Garnish: Cocktail cherry
Pro tip: Use freshly squeezed pineapple juice and shake hard - this is how the Mary Pickford gets its characteristic fine foam crown.
Frequently asked questions
Who is the Mary Pickford named after?
The cocktail is named after the silent film actress Mary Pickford and originated in the 1920s in Havana, where many Americans traveled during Prohibition.
Where does the pink color come from?
The delicate pink tint comes from the grenadine, a sweet pomegranate syrup that gives the fruity cocktail both color and sweetness.
Can I make the Mary Pickford without maraschino?
Yes, but classically a small splash of maraschino belongs in it. It gives the drink a subtle dry-almond depth that rounds off the sweetness.
Ingredients
- White rum6 cl
- Fresh pineapple juice6 cl
- Grenadine1 cl
- Maraschino0.5 cl
- Ice cubesas needed
