The Drink Comes with a Bonus Shot [Dem Dry Float]

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This week on Tiki Cocktails With Spike, we're mixing up the Demerara Dry Float, a tribute recipe created by Hurricane Hayward that celebrates one of the great lost cocktails of tiki's golden age.

Inspired by Don the Beachcomber's original creation and closely resembling the famous Demerara Float served at the Mai Kai, this cocktail combines rich tropical flavors with a unique presentation that has captivated tiki enthusiasts for decades. In the original style, a shot of Demerara rum is served alongside the drink, allowing you to enjoy it separately or blend it into the cocktail as you sip.

Adding to the experience, we're serving the drink in a newly recreated version of the rare and distinctive glass originally used for the Demerara Dry Float at Don the Beachcomber during the 1940s. These faithful reproductions give modern tiki fans a chance to experience the cocktail much as it was presented during tiki's formative years.

The cocktail's legacy lives on today, with the Mai Kai once again featuring its own Demerara Float on the menu. Join Spike as he explores the history behind this legendary drink, demonstrates Hurricane Hayward's tribute recipe, and takes a closer look at one of tiki's most fascinating and enduring creations.