Brain Fart
A high-voltage party punch that lives up to its name with a potent blend of grain alcohol, vodka, and rum, masked by the electric citrus flavors of Mountain Dew and Surge. Designed for large crowds, this neon-green concoction packs a deceptive punch and is best served ice-cold.
What it tastes like
This punch smells predominantly of artificial citrus and lemon-lime soda. The palate is extremely sweet and acidic, which partially hides the intense heat of the neutral spirits. It has a thin, carbonated mouthfeel and finishes with a sharp alcoholic burn and a sugary coating on the tongue.
Flavour profile
Ingredients
- Everclear750 ml
- Smirnoff Red Label Vodka750 ml
- Rum473 ml
- Mountain Dew2 l
- Surge2 l
- Lemon Juice8 oz
Preparation
- 1
Ensure the Mountain Dew and Surge are thoroughly chilled before preparation to maintain carbonation and temperature.
- 2
Fill a large punch bowl with a substantial amount of ice.
- 3
Pour the Everclear, Smirnoff Vodka, and Rum over the ice.
- 4
Add the lemon juice to the spirits.
- 5
Slowly and gently pour the Mountain Dew and Surge into the bowl to prevent the mixture from foaming over.
- 6
Stir the mixture very gently to combine all ingredients without flattening the carbonation.
- 7
Serve immediately.
Substitutions
- Everclear100-proof Vodka — This reduces the overall ABV significantly and softens the harsh alcoholic burn.
- SurgeSprite — Using Sprite increases the lime profile and removes the orange-citrus notes typical of Surge.
- RumTequila Blanco — This adds an earthy, agave-forward character to the otherwise neutral base.
- Lemon JuiceLime Juice — Lime juice provides a sharper, more zesty acidity that cuts through the heavy sugar more aggressively.
Variations
Green Machine
Replace the rum with melon liqueur to intensify the neon green color and add a candy-like fruit flavor.
The Morning After
Substitute half the soda with chilled black tea to add tannins and reduce the overall sugar levels.