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Tiki Sunset cocktail


  • Author: Jessica
  • Total Time: 8 minutes

Ingredients

These ingredients come together to form a powerhouse of flavor:

  • πŸ₯ƒ 2 oz dark or spiced rum

  • 🍍 2 oz pineapple juice

  • 🍊 1 oz orange juice (freshly squeezed preferred)

  • πŸ₯­ 1 oz passion fruit juice or nectar

  • πŸ“ Β½ oz grenadine syrup (for the sunset gradient)

  • 🧊 Crushed ice or ice cubes

  • 🍍 Pineapple wedge and maraschino cherry, for garnish

  • 🌿 Fresh mint sprig (optional) for aroma and decoration

  • πŸ‹ Lime wheel (optional) for garnish


Instructions

Step 1: Fill the glass with ice
Start by filling a tall tiki glass or hurricane glass with crushed ice to chill it well.

Step 2: Mix the base
In a shaker or mixing glass, combine 2 oz dark or spiced rum, 2 oz pineapple juice, 1 oz orange juice, and 1 oz passion fruit juice. Stir gently or shake briefly to mix.

Step 3: Pour the base
Strain the mixture into your prepared glass over the crushed ice.

Step 4: Add grenadine for the sunset effect
Slowly pour Β½ oz grenadine syrup down the side of the glass or over the back of a spoon to let it settle at the bottom, creating a beautiful layered sunset gradient.

Step 5: Garnish and serve
Top with a pineapple wedge, maraschino cherry, and optionally a sprig of fresh mint and lime wheel. Serve immediately with a straw.

Notes

Though this drink doesn’t require cooking, here are tips for perfect layering and flavor:

  • Use fresh juices when possible for brightness and authenticity.

  • Pour grenadine slowly to achieve the perfect layered sunset look.

  • Serve over crushed ice for best cooling and aesthetic.

  • Stir gently if mixing in the glass but avoid mixing grenadine to preserve layers

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes

Nutrition

  • Calories: 220 kcal
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Sodium: 5mg
  • Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Protein: 0g