Description
Experience the vibrant and refreshing Passion Fruit Hurricane Cocktail, a delightful blend of passion fruit, orange, and rum. This tropical drink features a stunning gradient and is perfect for summer gatherings or cozy nights in, guaranteed to impress with its sweet and tart flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 oz passion fruit juice (fresh or bottled)
- 1 oz light rum
- 1 oz dark rum
- 1 oz orange juice
- 1 oz lime juice
- 1 oz simple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1 oz grenadine
- Ice cubes
- Fresh passion fruit or orange slices for garnish
- Mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a cocktail shaker, combine the passion fruit juice, light rum, dark rum, orange juice, lime juice, and simple syrup.
- Fill the shaker with ice cubes, about halfway.
- Secure the lid and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds.
- Strain the mixture into a tall glass filled with fresh ice.
- Slowly pour the grenadine into the glass, either down the side or using the back of a spoon to create a layered effect.
- Admire the beautiful gradient created by the grenadine.
- Slice a fresh passion fruit in half and place one half on the rim of the glass, or use a slice of orange.
- Optionally, add a few mint leaves for color and aroma, slapping them between your hands to release their oils.
- For a fun touch, add a colorful straw or cocktail umbrella.
- Serve immediately while cold, on a small cocktail napkin.
- Encourage guests to stir gently before sipping to mix the flavors.
- Enjoy the delightful reactions as they taste the sweet, tart, and tropical flavors!
Notes
- Use Fresh Ingredients: Fresh juices and ripe passion fruits enhance the flavor.
- Adjust Sweetness: Modify the amount of simple syrup to suit your taste preferences.
- Experiment with Rums: Different brands of light and dark rum can alter the flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes