Today’s RGB garden photo: chive blossoms! I think it could pass for one of the plants from The Lorax (Dr. Seuss). The question now is, “what are we gonna do with all these chives???”
And sadly, I’m on day three; THREE!!! of a nasty migraine.
Lucky for me, I recently spent time in the Caribbean (British Virgin Islands), and while there, learned how to make one of Tortola’s signature island drinks, THE PAINKILLER.
We loved this cocktail so much, we’ve made it three times since being home:
Saturday, May 8th…
Sunday, May 9th…
… and tonight.
According to the story printed on The Soggy Dollar Bar’s plastic cocktail cup, the Original Painkiller was “Originated and Perfected at Sandcastle’s Soggy Dollar Bar in the 1970…”
This smooth, full-flavored rum cocktail has become the essence of Caribbean imbibing.
The correct concoction of Pussers premium dark Rum, Cream of Coconut, Pineapple, and Orange juice (proportions are secret), topped with fresh Grenadian Nutmeg makes the swim (to dock) to the Soggy Dollar Bar worth the effort.
Perhaps the setting of White Bay, the thirst from the swim, the perfect blend, or just because of the tradition of the “original” painkiller at the Soggy Dollar Bar… whatever the reason, Welcome and Enjoy!
Speaking of White Bay, here are some of our photos of the glorious tropics:
Our first view of White Bay, Jost Van Dyke.
Hammock, one of many strung all over the island.
We did a lot of reading on the trip. My favorite read: Waiter Rant. Very entertaining. 
Mr. RGBistro read it, too.
Origin of the Painkiller: The Soggy Dollar Bar…
…where we split a chicken roti for lunch. mmm…
So about that migraine of mine…
My good friend Jeff always suggests a cocktail. I believe his remedy of choice is a Rusty Nail. Mine: The Painkiller. Hallelujah, after a few of these tonight, and after a long day in the office, I’m almost back to 100%. My apologies for any grammatical errors in today’s RGB post. 
Click here to view a printable version of this recipe.
Painkiller
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~ Serves ~
2
~ Ingredients ~
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- ¼cup orange juice
- ¼ cup coconut milk
- ½cup to 1 cup dark rum
- 1 Whole nutmeg
- Ice cubes
~ Preparation ~
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- In a pitcher, combine ice cubes with pineapple juice, orange juice, coconut milk and dark rum.
- In a shaker, shake in two batches and pour into glass with ice. Top with freshly grated whole nutmeg; serve immediately.
Is it time to go back, yet?
Happy to help with the inspiration for the Painkiller, if not the recipe itself. I’d like to point out that it is not only a pain killer, but also a muscle relaxer, which I credit for at least part of the success with my headaches.
As for the chives, we’ve been making a skinny garlic mashed potatoes (uses fat free sour cream and light butter)to which we add a plethora of chives with delightful results!
Thank you being the inspiration to my Painkiller.
And thanks for the chive recommendation!
Painkiller of choice, hmmmm, probably an Amaretto Sour BUT THIS ‘Painkiller’ looks divine! Will be heading home from Utah on Friday; these items will be on my grocery list!
Extra chives? Compound butter in the freezer for sure; wondering about a pesto of some sort? Never tried it but I’m game!
I wonder if I could make some sort of lemon-chive compound butter? To mimic sour crem and chives? Might investigate… lots of chives to go through!
Love the pics, and you are SO right about the chives looking straight out of Dr. Seuss!
Lol, thanks! I wonder what else looks funky around here. Might have to compile a set of Dr. Seuss-worthy garden photos.
I love those chive flower photos, Kim!
Glad to know that your migraine went away, as you seemed very happy and relaxed at Camp Blogaway.
Thanks, Christine!
I think “getting away” definitely helped with the migraine situation.
Also, it was a pleasure to meet you – look forward to our next meeting!
I hope you are feeling better by now! That cocktail looks scrumptious!
Thank you thank you! Migraine is officially history.