Three Dots and a Dash


A spiced tiki rum cocktail with citrus, honey, and falernum.


Base spirit
Rum
Style
Tiki
Glassware
Tiki mug

Three Dots and a Dash blends aged rum with lime, orange, honey syrup, falernum, and allspice for a layered tiki sour. The name is Morse code for “V,” symbolizing victory. The profile balances tropical spice with bright citrus and rum depth.


A tiki glass Three Dots and a Dash with three cherries and a pineapple leaf.

Ingredients

Servings
  • 1.5 oz aged rum
  • 0.5 oz lime
  • 0.5 oz orange
  • 0.5 oz honey syrup
  • 0.25 oz falernum
  • 1 dash allspice dram

Did you know?

Donn Beach created it during WWII; its Morse code name served as a subtle toast to Allied victory.

Source:Beachbum Berry; Smuggler’s Cove

Bartender's Note

Use rich honey syrup to carry spice notes.

How to make the Three Dots and a Dash

  1. 1Shake with ice.
  2. 2Strain into tiki mug over crushed ice.
  3. 3Garnish with cherries.

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