The Tropical Detour blends pineapple and mango juices with coconut rum, lime juice, and a hint of bitters. It’s a perfect drink for those who want to escape into a tropical oasis, no matter where they are.
Ingredients
- 2 oz coconut rum
- 1 oz pineapple juice
- 1 oz mango juice
- 0.5 oz fresh lime juice
- A dash of Angostura bitters (optional, for depth)
- Ice cubes
- Garnish: pineapple slice, lime wheel, or a sprig of fresh mint
Directions
- Combine Ingredients: In a cocktail shaker, add the coconut rum, pineapple juice, mango juice, and fresh lime juice.
- Shake: Fill the shaker with ice and shake well until chilled, about 10-15 seconds.
- Serve: Strain into a tall glass filled with fresh ice.
- Garnish: Add a pineapple slice, lime wheel, or a sprig of mint for a pop of color and aroma.
Time and Servings
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Servings: 1 cocktail
Tips
- For a Frozen Twist: Blend all ingredients with ice for a slushy, tropical delight.
- Flavor Boost: Substitute mango juice with passion fruit juice or add a splash of orange juice for extra brightness.
Enjoy the Tropical Detour as a mini-vacation in a glass, perfect for relaxing afternoons or evenings with friends. Cheers!
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Tropical Detour Cocktail
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 cocktail 1x
- Category: Drinks
- Cuisine: American
Description
A tropical cocktail mixing tangy lime and pineapple juice with bittersweet Aperol and smooth vodka, balanced with passionfruit syrup. Perfect for a refreshing escape.
Ingredients
Units
Scale
- 1.5 oz vodka
- 0.5 oz Aperol
- 0.75 oz pineapple juice
- 0.5 oz lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 0.5 oz passionfruit syrup
- Garnish: Fresh passionfruit or slice
Instructions
- Add vodka, Aperol, pineapple juice, lime juice, and passionfruit syrup to a shaker with ice.
- Shake well until chilled.
- Strain into a rocks glass over a large ice cube.
- Garnish with passionfruit or a slice of it.
Notes
For extra flavor, use fresh lime juice and consider a sprig of mint for garnish.