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    Black Eyed Susan Cocktail

    Modified: May 9, 2022 · Published: Jul 8, 2017 by Kristin · This post may contain affiliate links. · 1 Comment

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    This tasty Black Eyed Susan Cocktail is the official drink of the Preakness and combines pineapple, orange, and lime into one refreshing drink that is the ultimate summer beverage!

    pineapple, orange, and lime juices combined into an adult beverage served at the preakness

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    Last night, my parents had some friends over for drinks and dinner. My dad loves playing bartender anytime he can, so he decided to whip up this new cocktail for everyone to enjoy. One sip in, everyone declared it a hit! The citrus combination made this a refreshing drink to enjoy on the hot summer evening.

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    • Where does this cocktail get its name from?
    • When was the Black Eye Susan Cocktail created?
    • Ingredients Needed for these Black Eyed Susan Cocktail
    • How to prepare the ultimate Black Eye Susan Cocktails
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    • Black Eye Susan Cocktails

    Where does this cocktail get its name from?

    This cocktails name comes from the flowers used to make the blanket that drapes over the winning horse at the Preakness in Baltimore, Maryland. A citrus type of cocktail made using pineapple juice, orange juice, vodka, rum, and orange liqueur…. it’s a winner with everyone! A Black-Eye Susan Cocktail is to the Preakness Stakes as a mint julep is to the Kentucky Derby. In fact, every 3rd Saturday in May for the past 46 years, people can’t wait to order/gulp one down!

    When was the Black Eye Susan Cocktail created?

    According to Retro Baltimore, the official cocktail of the Preakness, the black-eyed Susan, was introduced in 1973. Since then, the cocktail’s official recipe has changed, several times, and often depending on what liquor sponsors have been lined up for the annual race.

    That 1973 mix, we know, was a base of rum and vodka, splashed with orange and pineapple juices. But details about the origin of the cocktail can be confusing. Cocktail lore often is.

    black eyed susan cocktail combined several fruit juices with alcohol for a refreshing summer drink

    Ingredients Needed for these Black Eyed Susan Cocktail

    Orange Juice

    Pineapple Juice

    Vodka

    Light Rum

    Orange Liqueur

    Lime Slices

    Cherries (optional)

    How to prepare the ultimate Black Eye Susan Cocktails

    Fill 2 glasses with ice. *This recipe is for 2 drinks, adjust accordingly

    In a pitcher, combine the orange juice, pineapple juice, vodka, rum, and orange liqueur.

    Pour the mixture evenly over the ice and serve with lime slices and cherries (if using).

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    Boozy Kahlua Mudslides

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    Black Eye Susan Cocktails

    Recipe by: Kristin
    A citrus cocktail that is quick to prepare and quite refreshing on a warm evening! 
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Total Time 5 minutes mins
    Course Drinks
    Servings 2
    Calories 223 kcal

    Equipment

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    Ingredients
      

    • ¾ cup orange juice
    • ½ cup pineapple juice
    • 3 tablespoon vodka
    • 3 tablespoon light rum
    • 2 tablespoon orange liqueur
    • crushed ice
    • lime slices, fresh cherries (optional)

    Instructions
     

    • Fill 2 (12 oz) glasses with ice.
    • In a pitcher, combine the orange juice, pineapple juice, vodka, rum, and liqueur. 
    • Pour mixture evenly over the two glasses.
    • Serve with lime slices and cherries if desired.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 223kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 4mgPotassium: 268mgFiber: 1gSugar: 19gVitamin A: 189IUVitamin C: 52mgCalcium: 18mgIron: 1mg
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