The Importance of Glassware in the Hurricane Cocktail

This is the third part of our new series on global cocktails and glassware. From Italy to New Orleans, join us for some BauscherHepp Wanderlush!

In this edition, we're heading to the Mississippi Delta to explore one of the world's greatest cocktail cities. New Orleans, which is also considered to be the birthplace of what many consider to be the world's first cocktail, the Sazerac, the Big Easy is easily one of the top cocktail destinations in the world. Home to the famous Tales of the Cocktail Conference, its fame goes far beyond its southern roots.

The Origins of the Hurricane Cocktail

One of the cocktails most often associated with New Orleans is the Hurricane, a drink whose history and presentation are as vibrant as its flavors. Originating in the 1940s in New Orleans, the Hurricane was invented by Pat O’Brien as a creative solution to a surplus of rum during wartime.

This iconic drink, made with rum, passion fruit syrup, and lime juice, quickly became a staple in the French Quarter. It was served in a distinctively shaped glass that mirrored the look of a hurricane lamp, a shape designed to protect a candle flame from blowing winds, in one of the most iconic bars in the French Quarter -- Pat O'Brien's.

The Hurricane cocktail is more than just a drink; it is an experience. Its striking appearance and bold, tropical flavors demand a presentation that can do justice to its legacy. After all, the drink is actually named after the glassware, though today, there can be some variations in how it's served. This is where BauscherHepp can offer the perfect vessel for such an iconic beverage, even elevating its presentation to new levels.

Elevating the Tropical Cocktail Experience with BauscherHepp and Luigi Bormioli

Great cocktails are always made better by the right glassware, particularly when a cocktail is named after the type of glass in which it's served. BauscherHepp and Luigi Bormioli have a variety of styles and collections that can enhance any high-end cocktail service, including new ways to elevate the service of drinks like the Hurricane or other tropical beverages with more sophisticated shapes and styles. As an example, check out the glass shown here as part of the Backdoor '20s collection.

Our collection of meticulously crafted glassware enhances both the aesthetic and functional aspects of beverage service. The clarity and elegance of our designs allow the vibrant colors of the Hurricane cocktail to shine, creating a stunning visual impact that captivates guests.

By choosing BauscherHepp and glassware from Luigi Bormioli, operators are showing a commitment to the traditions of quality and sophistication that many bar and beverage programs aim to project. Learn more about glassware available from Luigi Bormioli by checking out the latest cocktail glassware collection, Backdoor '20s.