Como un Lulo
Thomas J. Story
Like many of the signature drinks at Oakland’s Colombian-Californian Parche restaurant, this is a pre-batch specialty that makes throwing a party all the easier, and delicious. Again, sourcing is key, so set yourself up for success by seeking out these brands. This is a strong drink, so pour lightly!
According to Iglesias: “Como un lulo” (or “like a lulo”) has a slightly new meaning, now being a slang expression for checking someone out, similar to ‘like a peach.’ I usually just tell people it’s a Colombian fruit, but the phrase is something you’d say if you saw someone attractive across the street. The idea for the drink is a marriage of three Colombian rums with the fruit, inspired by a daiquiri.”
This recipe, and others like it, can be found in the article “It’s Always a Party at This Colombian-Californian Restaurant in Oakland.”
How to Make It
1
In a large bowl, combine the ingredients and stir to combine.
2
To make each drink: pour a three-ounce portion into a cocktail glass or mixer filled with ice. Stir 20 times to chill and dilute, then strain into a chilled martini glass.
Ingredients
3 cups Paranubes Oaxacan Rum
2 cups Ron de Caldas Blanco Rum
1 ½ cups Antioqueño Tapa Roja
1 ½ cups Antioqueño Tapa Azul
3 cups Lulo Cordial
2 ½ cups water
Directions
1
In a large bowl, combine the ingredients and stir to combine.
2
To make each drink: pour a three-ounce portion into a cocktail glass or mixer filled with ice. Stir 20 times to chill and dilute, then strain into a chilled martini glass.
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