Scorpion

The Scorpion is a Cocktail consisting of Rum, Cognac, Orgeat Syrup, Fresh Lemon Juice, and Fresh Orange Juice.

Who Created the Scorpion?

The Scorpion was Created by Trader Vic. Over the course of the years, Trader Vic changed the Scorpions recipe a few times. The recipes in the Common Recipes section are listed with the year the recipe was published.

Common Recipes

1968 Scorpion Recipe by Trader Vic

• 2 oz White Rum
• 1 oz Cognac
• 1/2 oz Orgeat Syrup
• 1 1/2 oz Fresh Lemon Juice
• 2 oz Fresh Orange Juice

Shake with Ice, then Strain into a Tall Glass, which is filled with Crushed Ice; garnish with a Mint Sprig.