Keep ’Em Coming BackPractical help for Texas honky-tonks and dancehalls
Volume 4

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This page is a practical extension of Volume 4. The book explains the reasoning; this resource helps put it to work.

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Tropical & Tiki drink recipes

12 structured recipes with ingredients, methods, glassware, bartender notes, and venue guidance.

Illustration of Bahama Mama
Rum & CachaçaModerate

Bahama Mama

Tropical, sweet, coconut-forward

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Illustration of Blue Hawaiian
Rum & CachaçaModerate

Blue Hawaiian

Tropical, coconut-rich, bright-blue

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Illustration of Hurricane
Rum & CachaçaModerate

Hurricane

Fruity, strong, passion-fruit-forward

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Illustration of Jungle Bird
Rum & CachaçaModerate

Jungle Bird

Bitter, tropical, rum-rich

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Illustration of Mai Tai
Rum & CachaçaModerate

Mai Tai

Nutty, tart, rum-rich

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Illustration of Navy Grog
Rum & CachaçaModerate

Navy Grog

Strong, citrusy, honeyed

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Illustration of Painkiller
Rum & CachaçaModerate

Painkiller

Creamy, tropical, rich

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Illustration of Planter's Punch
Rum & CachaçaModerate

Planter's Punch

Rich, tart, aromatic

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Illustration of Rum Punch
Rum & CachaçaModerate

Rum Punch

Fruity, tropical, rum-forward

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Illustration of Rum Runner
Rum & CachaçaSlow

Rum Runner

Fruity, tropical, berry-rich

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Illustration of Zombie
Rum & CachaçaSlow

Zombie

Strong, spiced, tropical

ShakeTropical & Tiki

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Responsible-service and recipe disclaimer

21+ educational reference.

Recipes are general bar-service references, not legal, medical, food-safety, TABC, insurance, or regulatory advice. Specifications, brands, allergens, alcohol strength, and laws vary.

Venues and bartenders must verify every ingredient and house specification, measure pours, disclose allergens, refuse unlawful or unsafe service, and follow applicable laws and responsible-service procedures.