To make a "Trash Can" drink, which is a popular party cocktail often served in large batches or as a single vibrant mixed drink, here are some common recipes and methods:
1. Classic Trash Can Punch (Large Batch)
Ingredients:
- Vodka (16 oz)
- Light rum (16 oz)
- Orange juice (1 gallon)
- Fruit punch (½ gallon)
- Pink lemonade (½ gallon)
- Pineapple juice (½ gallon)
- Ice
- Orange wheels and pineapple chunks for garnish
Instructions:
- Fill a large punch bowl or container with ice.
- Add vodka, light rum, orange juice, fruit punch, pink lemonade, and pineapple juice.
- Stir well to mix.
- Garnish with orange wheels and pineapple chunks.
- Serve in cups over ice
2. Irish Trash Can Cocktail (Single Serving)
Ingredients:
- ½ oz Blue Curaçao
- ½ oz gin
- ½ oz light rum
- ½ oz vodka
- ½ oz peach schnapps
- ½ oz triple sec
- 1 can (8.4 oz) Red Bull or other energy drink
- Ice
Instructions:
- Pour Blue Curaçao into a tall Collins glass with ice.
- Add gin, rum, vodka, peach schnapps, and triple sec.
- Stir thoroughly.
- Open the can of Red Bull and place it upside down in the glass, allowing it to slowly mix in.
- Add straws and serve immediately
3. Grown-Up Trash Can Punch (Smaller Batch)
Ingredients (for 6 servings):
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1 cup apple juice
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1 cup pomegranate juice
- 1 cup vodka
- Orange slices for garnish
Instructions:
- Mix all ingredients in a large pitcher.
- Serve over ice with orange slices.
- Can be doubled or tripled for more servings
Notes:
- Trash Can drinks are known for being potent and fruity, often combining multiple liquors and mixers.
- The Irish Trash Can is distinctive for its bright green color and the use of Red Bull energy drink.
- These drinks are typically served in large glasses or punch bowls and are popular at parties.
Choose the recipe that fits your occasion, whether a large batch for a crowd or a single vibrant cocktail. Always enjoy responsibly.
