Caribbean Eclipse

Description: The Caribbean Eclipse is a visually stunning and flavor-packed cocktail crafted to transport the drinker to a tropical evening on the equator. It features the deep, caramel notes of aged rum, layers of tart passion fruit and zesty lime, a touch of aromatic spiced honey syrup, and a whisper of charred pineapple—all finished with a dramatic activated charcoal salt rim. Balanced, modern, and memorable, this cocktail wows both palate and eye. Ingredients: - 2 oz aged dark rum - 1 oz fresh passion fruit juice - 0.75 oz fresh lime juice - 0.5 oz spiced honey syrup (equal parts honey & water, infused with cinnamon, clove, and star anise) - 0.5 oz charred pineapple purée (grill pineapple, then blend and strain) - 1 dash Angostura bitters - Activated charcoal salt (for rim: mix flaked sea salt with a pinch of activated charcoal powder) - Pineapple frond and edible orchid for garnish Glass: Chilled coupe glass Instructions: 1. Rim a chilled coupe glass with the activated charcoal salt. 2. In a shaker, add all liquid ingredients with ice and shake vigorously. 3. Fine strain into the prepared coupe glass. 4. Garnish with a pineapple frond and an edible orchid for a striking presentation. 5. Serve immediately, letting the guest experience the "eclipse" of tropical flavors and mesmerizing appearance.