Flaming volcano
| Cocktail | |
|---|---|
A "volcano bowl" flaming cocktail | |
| Type | Mixed drink |
| Base spirit | |
| Served | Frozen: blended with ice |
| Standard garnish | pineapple and/or orange quarter slices, maraschino cherries |
| Standard drinkware | Special: volcano bowl |
| Commonly used ingredients | |
| Preparation | Combine ingredients except overproof rum with 2 scoops of crushed ice in a blender. Pour, and place small amount of overproof rum into volcano and carefully light. |
| Notes | A shared drink served with straws |
Flaming volcano is a large tropical group cocktail typically made with rum, brandy, pineapple juice, orange juice, and orgeat syrup. Many variations exist, and the cocktail in the 21st century is more about the presentation than an adherence to a set list of ingredients. It is usually a multi-user drink, served to a group in a special vessel known as a volcano bowl, which is a decorative ceramic bowl (typically of about 32 US fluid ounces (950 ml) capacity) designed with a rising central hub feature resembling a volcanic cone. The cone includes a "crater" reservoir which can be partially filled with rum or another flammable liquor. The crater liquor is carefully ignited when serving, creating a mild volcanic ambiance with its central blue flame.
A flaming volcano is usually served to a group of two or more people with a set of very long straws to facilitate convenient group sipping from a comfortable distance and for safety. It is sometimes called a scorpion bowl.