Flaming volcano

Flaming volcano

Cocktail
A "volcano bowl" flaming cocktail
Type	Mixed drink
Base spirit	Rum
Served	Frozen: blended with ice
Standard garnish	pineapple and/or orange quarter slices, maraschino cherries
Standard drinkware	Special: volcano bowl
Commonly used ingredients	1 US fluid ounce (30 ml) light rum 1 oz. brandy 1 oz. overproof rum 4 US fluid ounces (120 ml) orange juice 2 US fluid ounces (60 ml) lemon juice, unsweetened 2 oz. orgeat syrup
Preparation	Combine ingredients except overproof rum with 2 scoops of crushed ice in a blender. Pour, and place small amount of overproof rum into volcano and carefully light.
Notes	A shared drink served with straws

Flaming volcano is a large tropical group cocktail typically made with rum, brandy, pineapple juice, orange juice, and orgeat syrup.^[1] Many variations exist, and the cocktail in the 21st century is more about the presentation than an adherence to a set list of ingredients. It is usually a multi-user drink, served to a group in a special vessel known as a volcano bowl, which is a decorative ceramic bowl (typically of about 32 US fluid ounces (950 ml) capacity) designed with a rising central hub feature resembling a volcanic cone. The cone includes a "crater" reservoir which can be partially filled with rum or another flammable liquor. The crater liquor is carefully ignited when serving, creating a mild volcanic ambiance with its central blue flame.^[2]

A flaming volcano is usually served to a group of two or more people with a set of very long straws to facilitate convenient group sipping from a comfortable distance and for safety. It is sometimes called a scorpion bowl.^[3]