Cocktail
Three Dots and a Dash
How to make a Three Dots and a Dash - the complex tiki classic by Don the Beachcomber of rum, honey, falernum, lime and orange. Aromatic and multi-layered.
7 minPrep time
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Tiki mugGlass
1Serving(s)
Three Dots and a Dash is one of the great classics of tiki culture and comes from the legendary Don the Beachcomber. Dark rum meets spicy falernum, honey and fresh citrus notes to create a multi-layered, aromatic cocktail. The garnish as Morse code for Victory makes the drink a true piece of bar history.
Instructions
- Add rum, falernum, honey syrup, lime and orange juice to a shaker.
- Add a handful of crushed ice.
- Shake vigorously for about twelve seconds.
- Fill the tiki mug with fresh crushed ice.
- Pour the cocktail into the glass unstrained.
- Garnish with three cherries and a pineapple wedge.
Garnish: Three cocktail cherries and a pineapple wedge
Pro tip: The garnish of three cherries and a pineapple wedge stands for the name - in Morse code, three dots and a dash mean the letter V for Victory.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Three Dots and a Dash mean?
The name alludes to the Morse code for the letter V, which stands for Victory - the drink was created towards the end of World War II by Don the Beachcomber.
What is falernum?
Falernum is a sweet Caribbean liqueur or syrup with flavors of lime, almond, ginger and clove that gives many tiki drinks their spice.
Which rum is best?
A rich dark rum, for example from Jamaica or a blend of different rums, brings the aromatic depth needed for this multi-layered cocktail.
Ingredients
- Dark rum4.5 cl
- Falernum1.5 cl
- Honey syrup1.5 cl
- Fresh lime juice2 cl
- Fresh orange juice2 cl
- Crushed iceas needed
