Hemingway’s Fruit Punch
INGREDIENTS
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Strawberries 2 oz.
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Mango 2 oz.
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Bananas 2 oz.
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Crushed ice 1 cup
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Grenadine 1 oz.
STEPS
1 |
See video for steps |
5 |
Garnish as desired |
Hemingway’s
Location: Antigua
Bartender: Schion
Antigua, like every island, has its own unique charm and Hemingway’s is no exception. Nestled in the heart of St. Johns, just a short walk from the cruise ship pier, this gem was a regular haunt for me during my days working on cruise ships with Antigua on the itinerary.
The second-floor terrace, a serene oasis above the bustling town, offers the perfect setting to savor the ocean breezes, relish the flavors of great Caribbean cuisine and sip a refreshing drink.
After a yummy lunch with a friend, Schion, the delightful bartender, whipped up some local drinks.
The Hemingway’s Special, a spirited drink, contains a surprise ingredient that’s been a secret for the past 36 years. The free-spirited drink turned out to be a fruit punch, a delightful and refreshing choice that was far more enjoyable than the sucker punch I referred to earlier.
Entrance
The terrace
OPA!
The Greek exclamation typically accompanies a plate smashing on the floor, not my head bashing against a door.
As a Shore Excursion Manager decades ago, while working on a cruise ship docked at a Greek Island, I did my usual rounds visiting my tour operator’s establishment.
The last thing I expected was to be ambushed by a stranger who followed me around the block and into the store, unbeknownst to me. Suddenly, he grabbed me by my arm and hair and began smashing my head into the wall while screaming, “I’m going to kill you,” leaving my head with a large lump.
Now that’s what I call the ultimate sucker punch! Three guys pulled him off me and I lived to tell the tale.
So what better drink to celebrate the end of that calamity than a Fruit Punch.
