Fill a tall glass with ice. Usually large cocktail glasses, like a hurricane glasses or a goblets, are used for Bahama Mamas. You can also fill a cocktail shaker and pour into a glass later, but by pouring your ingredients directly in the glass you can be sure you have the right amount to fill the cup.
Pour in the rums. To keep track, bartenders use a "count system." 1/2 ounce equals a "two count" (start pouring, count "1,2," and then stop). The slower your count, the stronger the drink. You can also use a shot glass for measurements -- 1 shot equals 1.5 ounces. Feel free to mix and match different rums (light, dark, coconut, 151 proof, etc.)-- you want a total of 1-1.5 ounces of rum total.
Add an ounce of flavored liquor. Most bartenders use banana liquor, but some use cherry or coffee as well. To measure an ounce, use a 4 count ("1,2,3,4," then stop pouring).
Add your fruit juices and grenadine. Pineapple is used in almost every Bahama recipe, and orange juice is common as well. Fruit juices are generally a 4 count, but some bartenders just add them to the top of the glass after the alcohol is poured. Bahama Mamas are usually contain 1 part rum, 2-3 parts juice and liquor. That means you usually have two or three times as much juice as rum.
Place a metal cocktail shaker over the rim of your glass. Make sure to place it firmly so that it makes a seal. Ignore this step if you have been mixing the ingredients directly in your shaker.
Shake well. You do not need to mix for very long -- a quick 2-3 second shake should be enough.
Pour the drink directly into a glass. Garnish the top with a cherry, strawberry, and/or a slice of orange and enjoy! When possible, always add a paper umbrella on top. This is crucial.
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