Yellow Hammer Cocktail
The Yellow Hammer is the ultimate Alabama football cocktail! This fruity, tropical drink made with vodka, coconut rum, amaretto, pineapple juice, and orange juice is a must-have for game day. It makes one drink, so you can mix one up just in time for kickoff.
If there is one drink that tastes like Alabama football to me, it’s a Yellow Hammer! 🏈🍹 Every time I’m back in Tuscaloosa, stopping by Gallette’s for a Yellow Hammer is a must. It’s one of those drinks that instantly takes me back to game day in Tuscaloosa.
This fruity, tropical cocktail combines vodka, coconut rum, amaretto, pineapple juice, and orange juice for a sweet and refreshing drink that is perfect for sipping during kickoff. I love making a big batch when we’re hosting for game day, but this recipe makes one Yellow Hammer when you just want a single drink.
📝 Ingredients
- 2 oz vodka, like Tito’s
- 2 oz coconut rum, like Malibu
- 1 oz amaretto
- 6 oz pineapple juice
- 4 oz orange juice
- Ice cubes
👩🍳 Directions
- 1
Fill a cocktail shaker or glass with ice.
- 2
Add the vodka, coconut rum, amaretto, pineapple juice, and orange juice.
- 3
Shake or stir well until cold.
- 4
Pour over fresh ice in a glass.
- 5
Serve immediately and get ready for kickoff!
💡 Tips for Success
- Make it a batch: This recipe is easy to multiply when you’re serving a crowd. Just combine everything in a pitcher or drink dispenser and chill until you’re ready to serve.
- Keep it cold: If you’re making a big batch ahead of time, refrigerate the mixture and pour it over fresh ice when serving.
- Want it stronger? The Yellow Hammer is already a pretty generous cocktail, but you can adjust the amount of alcohol to your taste.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Yellow Hammer?
A Yellow Hammer is a fruity cocktail made with vodka, coconut rum, amaretto, pineapple juice, and orange juice. It is famously associated with Alabama football and Gallette’s in Tuscaloosa.
Where was the Yellow Hammer invented?
The Yellow Hammer is famously associated with Gallette’s in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, where it became a signature game-day drink.
Can I make Yellow Hammers for a crowd?
Absolutely! This is one of my favorite ways to serve them for game day. Simply multiply the single-serving recipe by the number of drinks you want to make, combine everything in a pitcher, and chill before serving. For a pitcher that makes about 8 drinks, combine: 16 oz vodka 16 oz coconut rum 8 oz amaretto 48 oz pineapple juice 32 oz orange juice
Can I make a Yellow Hammer ahead of time?
Yes. Mix the ingredients together ahead of time and refrigerate. Wait to pour over ice until you’re ready to serve.
How many Yellow Hammers does this recipe make?
This recipe makes one Yellow Hammer, perfect when you just want a single drink for kickoff.
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