Ingredients
- Spiced rum1 1/2 cl
- Ginger aleTo taste
- LimeTo taste
- IceTo taste
Instructions
Pour Captain Morgan's Spiced Rum over ice, fill glass to top with Ginger Ale. Garnish with lime. Tastes like a cream soda. Named for the Gilligan's Island reference ("The Captain" *in* "Ginger" is a Happy Skipper!)
Happy Skipper — Frequently Asked Questions
- How do you make a Happy Skipper?
- Pour Captain Morgan's Spiced Rum over ice, fill glass to top with Ginger Ale. Garnish with lime. Tastes like a cream soda. Named for the Gilligan's Island reference ("The Captain" *in* "Ginger" is a Happy Skipper!)
- What is in a Happy Skipper?
- A Happy Skipper is made with: 1 1/2 cl Spiced rum, Ginger ale, Lime, Ice.
- What glass is best for a Happy Skipper?
- A Happy Skipper is traditionally served in a Highball Glass.
- Is a Happy Skipper alcoholic?
- Yes, the Happy Skipper is an alcoholic cocktail.
- What type of drink is a Happy Skipper?
- The Happy Skipper is an Ordinary Drink cocktail.
Expert Tips
Glassware Tip
Fill your highball glass with ice before adding ingredients. The tall, narrow shape is designed to keep carbonated mixers fizzy and refreshing throughout the drink.
Fresh Citrus Tip
Always squeeze fresh citrus juice rather than using bottled. Roll the fruit on the counter before cutting to release more juice, and strain out seeds and pulp for a smoother drink.
Hosting Tip
These straightforward recipes are perfect for batch preparation. Multiply the recipe, mix in a pitcher (minus ice and carbonation), and serve quickly at parties.
Rum production began in the Caribbean in the 17th century, making it one of the oldest commercial spirits in the Americas.
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