June bug (cocktail)

June_Bug_Cocktail

June Bug

Cocktail
Type	Cocktail
Served	On the rocks: poured over ice
Standard garnish	Pineapple slice, cherry
Standard drinkware	Highball glass
Commonly used ingredients	1 oz Midori 1 oz coconut rum 1 oz banana liqueur 2 oz pineapple juice 1 oz sweet and sour mix
Preparation	Shake all ingredients with ice and strain into a highball glass filled with ice. Garnish with a pineapple slice and a cherry.

The June Bug is a tropical cocktail known for its vibrant green color and sweet, fruity flavor. It is typically made with Midori, a melon-flavored liqueur, along with coconut rum, banana liqueur, pineapple juice, and sweet and sour mix. The drink is usually served over ice in a highball glass and garnished with a slice of pineapple and a cherry.

Ingredients

The June Bug cocktail is composed of the following ingredients:

• 1 oz Midori
• 1 oz coconut rum
• 1 oz banana liqueur
• 2 oz pineapple juice
• 1 oz sweet and sour mix

Preparation

To prepare a June Bug cocktail:

1. Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice.
2. Shake well to mix the ingredients thoroughly.
3. Strain the mixture into a highball glass filled with ice.
4. Garnish with a slice of pineapple and a cherry.

Variations

There are several variations of the June Bug cocktail, which may include different proportions of the ingredients or the addition of other tropical juices. Some variations might use orange juice or mango juice to add a different flavor profile.

Serving Suggestions

The June Bug is best enjoyed as a refreshing drink on a hot day or as a festive beverage at tropical-themed parties. It pairs well with light appetizers and tropical dishes.

See also

• List of cocktails
• Midori (liqueur)
• Rum
• Liqueur
• Pineapple juice
• Cocktail shaker