Palma Passionfruit Parade: A Tropical Rum Delight
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Ingredients
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100 ml White rum
(Use a smooth English rum for best flavor)
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120 grams Passionfruit pulp
(Fresh passionfruit pulp preferred for vibrancy)
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30 ml Lime juice
(Freshly squeezed lime juice)
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20 ml Simple Syrup
(Adjust sweetness to taste)
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80 ml Club soda
(To top up and add fizz)
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6 leaves Fresh Mint Leaves
(Lightly bruised to release aroma)
Ice Cubes, as needed
(Use a smooth English rum for best flavor)
(Fresh passionfruit pulp preferred for vibrancy)
(Freshly squeezed lime juice)
(Adjust sweetness to taste)
(To top up and add fizz)
(Lightly bruised to release aroma)
Nutrition
- Servings: 2
- Serving Size: 1 glass (250ml)
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Fat: 0 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Calcium: 10 mg
- Iron: 0.2 mg
Instructions
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1 - Prepare Ingredients:
Gather all ingredients and carefully squeeze fresh lime juice. Scoop out the passionfruit pulp and lightly bruise mint leaves if using.
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2 - Mix Cocktail:
In a shaker, add white rum, passionfruit pulp, lime juice, simple syrup, and ice cubes. Shake vigorously for 15 seconds.
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3 - Serve:
Strain into two glasses filled with ice. Top each with club soda if desired. Garnish with fresh mint leaves and a slice of passionfruit or lime.
Gather all ingredients and carefully squeeze fresh lime juice. Scoop out the passionfruit pulp and lightly bruise mint leaves if using.
In a shaker, add white rum, passionfruit pulp, lime juice, simple syrup, and ice cubes. Shake vigorously for 15 seconds.
Strain into two glasses filled with ice. Top each with club soda if desired. Garnish with fresh mint leaves and a slice of passionfruit or lime.
More About: Palma Passionfruit Parade: A Tropical Rum Delight
Palma Passionfruit Parade
The Palma Passionfruit Parade is an enchanting tropical cocktail inspired by English rum traditions with a Caribbean flair. This vibrant drink fuses the tangy brightness of fresh passionfruit pulp with the smoothness of white rum and nose-tingling lime notes, creating a refreshing and exotic experience.
Tips & Notes
- Use fresh, ripe passionfruits for maximum flavor intensity. Frozen or canned passionfruit pulp can be used but may reduce brightness.
- Adjust the simple syrup sweetness based on your preference; passionfruit can vary in tartness.
- The addition of club soda adds fizz and lightens the drink, perfect for warm weather, but it remains delicious without.
- Fresh mint leaves bruised beforehand release aromatic oils which add complexity.
Historical & Cultural Significance
Rum tracing back to the colonial British trade routes played a vital role in global commerce and culture, especially linked with tropical regions. By combining ingredients emblematic of tropical fruits and English spirits, the Palma Passionfruit Parade celebrates this rich heritage in a contemporary casual cocktail.
Unique Aspects
While passionfruit cocktails are common, this particular blend stands out due to the balance of tart acidity, aromatic herbs, and the subtle sweetness allied with premium English rum. Ideal for summer evenings or festival occasions, it evokes a parade of passionate flavors on the tongue.
Enjoy exploring this sensational cocktail that marries tradition with tropical zest perfectly!
