Painkiller Cocktail

The Painkiller is a classic tropical cocktail originating from the British Virgin Islands, specifically popularized by the Soggy Dollar Bar. It's a creamy, rum-based drink made with pineapple juice, orange juice, and cream of coconut, typically garnished with freshly grated nutmeg. It's known for its smooth, sweet, and fruity flavor profile that evokes a Caribbean beach vibe.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This cocktail is very high in carbohydrates and sugar, primarily from the fruit juices and cream of coconut, with negligible protein or fat. A typical serving provides a significant amount of Vitamin C from the juices and carries a rough calorie ballpark of 400-500 kcal.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	450 kcal
Protein	1 g
Carbs	68 g
Fat	10 g
Fiber	0 g
Sugar	58 g
Sodium	30 mg
Vitamin C	30 mg
Potassium	350 mg
Calcium	40 mg
Iron	0.5 mg
Magnesium	25 mg
Phosphorus	30 mg

Per 1 cocktail (approx. 240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, the Painkiller is the signature drink of the BVI and is so iconic that the Soggy Dollar Bar has a trademark on the name 'Painkiller' for its specific recipe. Nutritionally, it's a prime example of a 'vacation drink' where the high sugar and calorie content is part of its indulgent, celebratory appeal.