October 16, 2024
Review RecipeCampfire Cocktail
This delicious campfire cocktail brings images of summer with its sunset colors and sweet flavor.
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Inspired by the warmth and glow of a campfire, this campfire cocktail combines the spicy kick of Fireball whisky with the sweetness of pineapple and peach nectar. It’s the perfect balance of heat and refreshment. With each sip, you’ll experience layers of tart cherry juice and smooth rum, offering a rich, tropical flavor that lingers, before finishing with a hint of cinnamon spice that wraps you in a cozy warmth.
Let’s Dish: About This Cocktail
Main Ingredients: Fireball whisky, white rum, grenadine, tart cherry juice, pineapple juice, peach nectar.
Quick Steps: Layer grenadine, mixture of cherry juice, pineapple juice, rum, and ice. Add Fireball whisky and peach nectar.
Total Time & Yield: 3 minutes, yields 1 cocktail.
Why This Recipe
- This campfire cocktail recipe stands out with its unique layering of flavors, combining Fireball whisky, rum, and tropical juices to create a drink that’s visually and flavorfully reminiscent of a glowing bonfire.
- Other recipes often lean too heavily on bourbon or marshmallow garnishes to evoke a campfire feel. Instead, our version balances the spice of Fireball with the sweetness of pineapple and cherry juices, offering a fruity twist that’s refreshing yet warm—perfect for both summer nights and chilly evenings.
- By using ingredients like tart cherry juice and fresh peach nectar, our recipe brings a fresher and brighter flavor than others that rely on premixed juices or additional sweeteners.
Campfire Cocktail Ingredients
The warmth of whisky, the tangy pop of pineapple and cherry juice, and the smooth sweetness of peach nectar and grenadine are blended together to create a beverage that warms you from the inside out.
With each sip, you’ll taste a unique blend of flavors that perfectly captures the essence of a cozy night spent around the campfire.
You’ll need:
- 0.5 ounce of grenadine
- 0.5 ounce of tart cherry juice
- 0.5 ounce of pineapple juice
- 1 ounce of white rum
- 1 ounce of peach nectar
- 2 ounces of Fireball cinnamon whisky
- Ice cubes (enough for the cocktail shaker and glass)
- Optional garnish ideas – Orange slices, maraschino cherries with stem, pineapple chunks
This recipe makes one cocktail; if you want to make a larger batch, adjust the ingredients accordingly.
Substitutions And Additions
PEACH NECTAR: If you can’t find peach nectar at the store, peach syrup will work in this cocktail recipe.
CHERRY JUICE: Cranberry juice can provide a similar tartness and vibrant color to the cocktail. For a slightly different fruity twist, raspberry juice can work as a substitute with its tart and sweet profile.
WHITE RUM: Light rum or silver rum can be used interchangeably with white rum to maintain the cocktail’s base spirit.
FIREBALL WHISKY: Cinnamon schnapps or cinnamon liqueur can offer a similar spicy and cinnamon kick without the whiskey base.
GARNISH: Citrus wedges can provide a zesty and fresh garnish. A sprig of fresh mint can add a burst of herbal aroma and a pop of color. To enhance the cinnamon flavor, consider using a cinnamon stick as a garnish.
How To Make This Campfire Cocktail Recipe
Chill all ingredients prior to making to help keep the ice from melting.
STEP ONE: Add the grenadine to the glass, then fill the glass with ice.
STEP TWO: Fill the cocktail shaker halfway with ice.
STEP THREE: Add the cherry juice, pineapple juice, and rum to the cocktail shaker, then pour the rum mixture gently over the ice.
To help achieve a layered effect, you can pour cocktail components over the back of a spoon into the glass in steps 3 and 4.
STEP FOUR: Add the peach nectar and Fireball whisky to the cocktail shaker and shake until combined.
Pour the Fireball mixture gently into the glass over the rum mixture.
STEP FIVE: Add the optional orange, cherry, and pineapple garnish and serve.
How To Serve
This delicious drink is the perfect grown-up beverage to enjoy on summer nights or on winter nights when you are dreaming of warmer weather.
- The campfire cocktail’s rich and coffee-infused flavors make it an excellent pairing with chocolate desserts like brownies, chocolate mousse, or chocolate-covered strawberries.
- Enjoy it with our cucumber bites and cheese ball recipe, or a cheese platter featuring a variety of cheeses, crackers, and fruits.
- Make your brunch memorable by offering campfire cocktails alongside breakfast classics like eggs, bacon, and pancakes.
- Surprise your guests by serving this cocktail as a dessert companion. It complements sweet treats like chocolate lava cake, tiramisu, or even a simple scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- Consider serving up our baked s’mores made with graham crackers, chocolate, and marshmallows toasted to golden-brown perfection.
MORE COCKTAIL RECIPES
Looking for more great cocktails? Our strawberry lemonade cocktail and pineapple rum punch are two more alcoholic drink recipes to add to your bartending menu.
When To Serve
CAMPFIRE GATHERINGS: This cocktail is perfect for serving around a campfire. Whether you’re camping with friends or having a backyard bonfire, it adds a cozy touch to the outdoor experience.
FALL OR WINTER EVENINGS: The warm and comforting flavors of the campfire cocktail make it an ideal choice for fall and winter evenings.
COCKTAIL PARTIES: Include the campfire cocktail in your cocktail party lineup. It’s a conversation starter and adds a touch of warmth to social gatherings.
SPECIAL CELEBRATIONS: Celebrate special occasions like anniversaries, birthdays, or milestone events with campfire cocktails.
Storage
Here’s everything you need to know about storing this drink:
IN THE FRIDGE: These cocktails need to be enjoyed immediately upon making them. As they sit, the ice will melt, and they will not keep the same consistency.
IN THE FREEZER: We don’t recommend freezing this campfire Fireball cocktail. It is best made fresh.
Why We Love This Recipe
COZY AND COMFORTING: This cocktail embodies the warmth and comfort of sitting by a campfire on a chilly evening.
EASY TO MAKE: This recipe is incredibly simple to prepare, making it accessible to both novice and experienced cocktail enthusiasts.
BEAUTIFUL PRESENTATION: With its vibrant colors and optional garnishes, this cocktail is not only delicious but also visually appealing.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Can I make this ahead of time?
This recipe is best enjoyed right away as the ice will begin to melt and change the consistency of the drink.
What is the best glass to use for this cocktail?
This summer cocktail recipe will be fine in any glasses you have on hand. We made it in a lowball glass, but a taller glass or one with a fun shape would also be a great choice.
Can I use a different type of rum in this cocktail?
You could certainly substitute whatever rum you have on hand. Keep in mind that a darker rum will alter the “campfire” effect. Try Malibu rum for a tropical twist.
With simple ingredients and plenty of vibrant colors that will remind you of glowing embers in a campfire, this campfire cocktail is a fruity and tasty choice at the end of the day. Curl up in the great outdoors or cozy inside to sip away.
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Campfire Cocktail
This delicious campfire cocktail brings images of summer with its sunset colors and sweet flavor.
Prep Time 3 minutes
Total Time 3 minutes
Servings 1
Ingredients
- 0.5 ounce grenadine
- 0.5 ounce tart cherry juice
- 0.5 ounce pineapple juice
- 1 ounce white rum
- 1 ounce peach nectar
- 2 ounces Fireball Cinnamon Whisky
- Ice cubes, enough for cocktail shaker and glass
- Orange slices maraschino cherries with stem, pineapple chunks, optional garnish
Instructions
- Add grenadine to the glass, then fill the glass with ice.
- Fill the cocktail shaker halfway with ice.
- Add cherry juice, pineapple juice, and rum to the cocktail shaker, then pour the rum mixture gently over the ice.
- Add peach nectar and Fireball whisky to the cocktail shaker, and shake until combined. Pour the Fireball mixture gently into the glass over the rum mixture.
- Add the optional garnish and serve.
Notes
- This recipe makes one cocktail; if you want to make a larger batch, adjust the ingredients accordingly.
- Chill all ingredients prior to making to help keep the ice from melting.
- To help achieve a layered effect, you can pour cocktail components over the back of a spoon into the glass in steps 3 and 4.
Nutrition
Calories: 274kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 9mg | Potassium: 56mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 74IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 0.2mg
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Comments
Sue says
I have not made one. I would garnish with an apple slice covered with cinnamon sugar.
Rose May Daley says
I would serve little smokes wrapped in bacon and sprinkled with brown sugar with this cocktail
Janet O'Bryan says
I have never made this campfire cocktail but I plan on making them for our friends on one of our camping trips and enjoy while we sit by the fire. And I think I will be serving some Nachos with it…excited to try !!
kymm balinth says
I never had one before but decided to try it as an adventure this cold day. I enjoyed it. It had a nostalgic tropical feeling with the grenadine and cherry flavor. yet with the fireball it warmed my insides. Next time I will use crushed ice instead of whole cubes and add puree peaches to make it a bit sweeter. I did use fresh pineapple. Such pleasure!
Bobbie says
This looks amazing! I’ve never made one of these – heck I’ve never heard of it! Sounds yummy!
Amber says
This drink sounds like a perfect delicious ending to a summer night BBQ or baseball game! Sign me up for anything with pineapple & peach, yummy!
George Burke says
I would garnish with pineapple and orange slices.
kymm balinth says
I never made the recipe before and I figured I’d try the recipe and be adventurous on this chilly wintery evening. I made the recipe twice. The first time as it was written. I enjoyed it as the cherry and grenadine reminded me of a drink in my childhood and the fireball warmed my insides.
The second drink, I made using crushed ice instead of cubes, flavored rum and used pureed fresh peaches ( frozen works too). I did use the crushed pineapple in both as you had suggested. A winter tropical delight!!!
Amanda Carter says
I would garnish it just as you have! 😋
Angie Grigsby says
If i would pair this with food, I would have a meat and cheese board. Melons, grapes, strawberries, blueberries, oranges, peaches and pears. Or whatever kind of fruit you want. Baguettes and assorted crackers. Dipping sauces and jams. And last but not least, fresh veggies. Carrots, broccoli, cauliflower, celery, snow peas, olives, and pickles. The list is endless.