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Tropical Passion Fruit Cocktail

April 16, 2022 by thechowdown Last Modified: July 21, 2022

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Transport yourself to paradise with this tropical passion fruit cocktail that can be made with either rum, tequila, vodka or gin.

the completed passion fruit cocktail garnished with lemon slices, passion fruit and edible flowers.

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l’m so ready to jump into summer with this delicious tropical passion fruit cocktail. Anyone who loves fruity, tropical cocktails will love this simple 5 ingredient cocktail.

With the perfect balance of fruitiness, sweetness and tartness, this cocktail is a refreshing crowd pleaser. Other than the tropical flavors, this cocktail is also visually stunning and will make your guests think you are a master mixologist.

This easy passion fruit cocktail is extremely versatile in that you can use any clear liquor of your choice. My favorites in this cocktail are rum, which give off incredible island vibes, or vodka.

Enjoy this cocktail by the pool or on the patio, over ice or frozen, and taste the tropics wherever you are.

the final tropical passion fruit cocktail garnished with lemon slices, passion fruit and edible flowers.

What is Passion Fruit?

Passion fruit is a tropical fruit native to Brazil, Paraguay and Argentina, but is now grown in tropical climates all over the world. It has a tough outer rind that is a deep purple color on the outside, and has a juicy seed filled center.

Passion fruit has a tropical flavor unlike any other fruit, but is closest in flavor to citrus and kiwi. The seeds are crunchy and the pulp around the seeds has a jelly like consistency.

Passion fruit is high in fiber, vitamin C and A and rich in antioxidants.

Passion fruit is commonly used in drinks and desserts in South America. It is available year round in larger grocery stores, specialty food stores, Whole Foods and sometimes local food co-ops.

How to Pick Ripe Passion Fruit?

Passion fruit are ripe when the taught skin becomes slightly wrinkly. The seeds in the center will become juicier and sweeter as well.

To eat a passion fruit, use a sharp knife to cut it in half. Use a spoon to scoop out the flesh and add to drinks, fruit salad, desserts and more.

Ingredients

the passion fruit cocktail ingredients with a jigger and cocktail shaker

Passion fruit juice: I used Goya passion fruit cocktail. You can find this at most regular grocery stores, Walmart and on Amazon.
Liquor of choice: vodka, tequila, rum and gin are all delicious in this cocktail.
Lemon juice: lemon juice adds a bit of tartness and balances out the sweetness.
Honey: honey compliments the flavors of the passion fruit and lemon juice.
Seltzer: top off your cocktail with a splash of seltzer for some effervescence.

Optional Garnishes

  • Passion fruit pulp
  • Lemon slices
  • Passion fruit half
  • Edible flowers
  • Mint leaves

Equipment

Cocktail shaker (if you don’t have a cocktail shaker, you can use a mason jar or anything with a tight sealing lid)
Jigger or shot glass
Citrus Juicer
Cocktail glass

the honey, lemon juice, passion fruit juice and liquor in a pint glass with ice before shaking in cocktail shaker.

Instructions

In a cocktail shaker, add lemon juice, honey, liquor of choice and passion fruit juice.

Add ice, cover the cocktail shaker and shake for 10-15 seconds. Strain liquid into a cocktail glass filled with ice.

straining the cocktail from the cocktail shaker into a short cocktail glass filled with ice.

Top with seltzer or club soda. Garnish with desired toppings, such as passion fruit pulp and lemon slices.

Variations

  • Try lime juice instead of lemon juice or a combination of both.
  • Add mango or pineapple juice for extra tropical vibes.
  • Use a lemon seltzer to add extra flavor.
  • Top off the cocktail with prosecco instead of seltzer for the added bubbles.

topping off the passion fruit cocktail with seltzer.

Tips

  • Place your glasses in the freezer 30 minutes before making your cocktail to keep your drink colder for longer.
  • For best flavor, use ripe passion fruit.
  • Use fresh lemon juice vs. bottled lemon juice for the freshest flavor.
  • Taste and adjust honey and/or alcohol amount, if needed, based on your taste preferences.

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  • Apple Pie Smoothie

As always, if you make this Tropical Passion Fruit Cocktail, please let me know by commenting and rating below. If you take a picture, tag me on Instagram @thechowdown. I love seeing your recreations!

 

the completed passion fruit cocktail garnished with lemon slices, passion fruit and edible flowers.
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Tropical Passion Fruit Cocktail

Transport yourself to paradise with this tropical passion fruit cocktail that can be made with either rum, tequila, vodka or gin.
Prep Time5 mins
Total Time5 mins
Course: Beverages, Cocktails, Drinks
Cuisine: American, Hawaiian
Keyword: Cocktails with Passion Fruit, drink with passion fruit, Passion Fruit Cocktail, passion fruit cocktail recipes
Servings: 1 drink

Ingredients

  • 2 oz vodka, rum, tequila or gin
  • 1 oz fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 2 oz passion fruit juice
  • 2 oz seltzer or club soda

Instructions

  • In a cocktail shaker or mason jar, combine liquor of choice, lemon juice, honey and passion fruit juice.
  • Add ice, cover cocktail shaker or mason jar with lid and shake for 20 seconds.
  • Strain liquid into cocktail glass filled with ice. Top with seltzer.
  • Optional: garnish with passion fruit pulp, lemon slices, passion fruit half and/or edible flowers.
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