A Pandan June Bug Cocktail
The Bandoeng’22 Bali Bug is a tropical reinterpretation of the classic June Bug cocktail, a fruity tiki-style drink known for its vibrant combination of melon, citrus and tropical flavors.
In this version, Bandoeng’22 Pandan Liqueur introduces a distinctive Southeast Asian twist. Combined with coconut rum, Midori melon liqueur and refreshing mango hard seltzer, the cocktail develops a bright tropical profile with notes of coconut, citrus and fresh pandan.
The result is a vibrant and refreshing cocktail that perfectly captures the spirit of tropical tiki drinks while highlighting the unique aroma of pandan.
The Bandoeng’22 Bali Bug Cocktail Recipe
Ingredients
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35 ml (1.25 oz) Bandoeng’22 Pandan Liqueur
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15 ml (0.5 oz) Planteray Cut & Dry Coconut Rum
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20 ml (0.75 oz) Midori
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15 ml (0.5 oz) Simple syrup
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20 ml (0.75 oz) Lemon juice
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40 ml (1.5 oz) White Claw Hard Seltzer Mango
Preparation
Method: Shake & strain
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Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
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Add the Bandoeng’22 Pandan Liqueur, coconut rum, Midori, simple syrup and lemon juice.
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Shake well until chilled.
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Strain into a tiki glass or long drink glass filled with crushed ice.
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Top with White Claw Hard Seltzer Mango.
Garnish: pandan leaf and dried lime wheel.
A Pandan Twist on the Classic June Bug Cocktail
The June Bug cocktail is a popular tropical drink known for its fruity and refreshing flavor profile. Typically made with melon liqueur, citrus and tropical ingredients, the cocktail is a favorite in tiki bars around the world.
The Bandoeng’22 Bali Bug introduces pandan to this classic structure, adding warm aromatic notes often compared to vanilla, coconut and gentle spices. The pandan flavor works beautifully with melon, citrus and coconut rum, creating a cocktail that feels both tropical and exotic.
Tropical Tiki Cocktails with Pandan
Tiki cocktails are famous for their bright flavors and exotic ingredients. They often combine fruit, citrus and aromatic spirits to create drinks that are both refreshing and complex.
The Bandoeng’22 Bali Bug fits perfectly within this tradition. With its combination of melon, coconut, citrus and pandan, the cocktail delivers a vibrant tropical character that makes it ideal for summer evenings or beach-style cocktail menus.
For bartenders and home mixologists exploring pandan cocktail recipes, this drink is an excellent example of how pandan can elevate tropical cocktails.
The Bali Bug cocktail is developed by bartender Thijn Koning.
Discover More Pandan Cocktails
Pandan is becoming increasingly popular in cocktail bars around the world thanks to its unique aroma and vibrant green color. With Bandoeng’22 Pandan Liqueur, bartenders can easily introduce this iconic Southeast Asian flavor into both modern and classic cocktails.
Discover more bartender recipes and inspiration on the Bandoeng’22 US Classic cocktails page, where pandan is used in a variety of refreshing, tropical and creative drinks.
