Suffering Savior

The Suffering Bastard is a classic Tiki cocktail created by bartender Joe Scialom in Cairo. It combines the richness of bourbon with the botanical notes of gin, complemented by a hint of lime and the effervescence of ginger beer. This refreshing and potent cocktail is perfect for those seeking a complex and satisfying drink with an intriguing history.

Suffering Savior

A classic Tiki cocktail with bourbon, gin, lime, and ginger beer, the Suffering Bastard is a refreshing and potent libation with a fascinating history.

5.00 from 46 votes
Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 oz bourbon
  • 1 oz gin (use a dry style for best results)
  • 1 tsp. lime juice
  • 1 dash of Angostura Bitters
  • approximately 4 oz chilled ginger beer

Instructions

  1. In a shaker filled with ice, combine bourbon, gin, lime juice, and Angostura Bitters.
  2. Shake the ingredients for 15-20 seconds.
  3. Strain the mixture into a double Old Fashioned glass.
  4. Stir in the chilled ginger beer.
  5. Garnish with a mint sprig and an orange wedge.