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Retro Tiki Cocktail: Singapore Sling

Singapore Sling Cocktail in Blue Mermaid Mug

The Singapore Sling is truly an exotic cocktail. As the name suggests, it was created in Singapore by bartender Ngiam Tong Boon (he worked at the Long Bar at the Raffles Hotel).  The precise date is not known, but the creation of the concoction took place some time between 1900 and 1915. As with other [...]

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Retro Tiki Cocktail: Planter’s Punch

Planter’s Punch Cocktail in Parrot Mug

There are many variations on the recipe for Planter’s Punch, but the original originated in Jamaica, one of many rum-making islands in the Caribbean. The earliest Planter’s Punch recipe is said to appear in print appeared in The New York Times in 1908.

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Retro Tiki Cocktail: Fog Cutter

Fog Cutter Rum Cocktail in Hula Girl Mug

The Fog Cutter cocktail gained renewed popularity during the 1990s resurgence of the tiki craze.

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Retro Tiki Cocktail: The Zombie

zombie cocktail mug

Classic Zombie Recipe The Zombie cocktail is a combination of fruit juices and rums. Rumor has it the Zombie got its name because consuming a few will make you feel like a zombie. The original creation, made by Donn Beach of the Beachcomber restaurants fame, contained 7.5 ounces of alcohol. (A typical cocktails contain 2 [...]

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Retro Decorating Ideas: Tiki Design Revival

Retro Tiki Bar Decor

Tiki décor is experiencing yet another revival. Its popularity has been renewed throughout the U.S. as people discover retro decorating.

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