Upgraded Mind Eraser Recipe

By
Jeff Lucas
Jeff Lucas
Jeff Lucas enjoys traveling the world in search of new cocktails and exotic spirits. He is based in New York and holds a Barsmarts Wired certificate.
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Updated Sep. 23, 2020
Mind Eraser cocktail
Jeff Lucas

Despite the name, the classic Mind Eraser is really just a watered down Black Russian. This version subs in mighty 151-proof rum to give it a little more kick. It's worth seeking out Lemon Hart 151 for its rich, bold flavor.

Recipe Facts

Active: 5 mins
Total: 5 mins
Serves: 1 serving

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Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 ounces aged rum (such as Diplomatico Reserva)
  • 1/2 ounce 151 rum (such as Lemon Hart 151)
  • 3/4 ounce coffee liqueur (such as Kahlua Midnight)
  • 1/4 ounce molasses
  • 2 dashes Angostura bitters
  • 3/4 ounce lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
  • 2 ounces soda water

Directions

  1. Combine aged rum and 151 rum, coffee liqueur, molasses, bitters, and lemon juice in a cocktail shaker. Fill shaker with ice. Shake until well chilled, about 15 seconds. Strain into ice-filled glass.

  2. Top with soda water and lightly stir to combine.

Special equipment

Cocktail shaker

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