Iced Guava Passionfruit Drink (Printable)

Vibrant tropical blend of guava, passionfruit, and pineapple-ginger syrup for a refreshing fruity beverage.

# Ingredient List:

→ Pineapple-Ginger Syrup

01 - 1/2 cup pineapple juice
02 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger

→ Drink Base

04 - 1 cup guava nectar, chilled
05 - 1/2 cup passionfruit juice, chilled
06 - 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut milk, chilled
07 - 1/4 cup pineapple-ginger syrup
08 - 1 cup ice cubes

→ Garnish

09 - Pineapple wedges
10 - Edible flowers

# Directions:

01 - In a small saucepan, combine pineapple juice, sugar, and ginger. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring to dissolve the sugar. Simmer for 5 to 7 minutes, then strain through a fine mesh sieve. Let cool completely before using.
02 - In a shaker or large jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine guava nectar, passionfruit juice, coconut milk, and cooled pineapple-ginger syrup. Add ice cubes, seal tightly, and shake vigorously until well mixed and frothy.
03 - Distribute the mixture evenly into two tall glasses filled with fresh ice cubes.
04 - Top each serving with pineapple wedges or edible flowers if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It tastes like you spent money at a fancy café, except you made it for pennies and it's actually better.
  • The homemade ginger syrup is where the magic lives—it's spicy without being aggressive, and you control how much sweetness goes in.
  • Shaking everything together feels fun and interactive, like you're playing bartender instead of just assembling a drink.
  • It's naturally vegan and dairy-free, so there's no weird guilt about what you're actually drinking.
02 -
  • The cooled syrup is non-negotiable—if you pour hot syrup into cold juices, you'll dilute everything as the ice melts faster and the temperature becomes uneven.
  • Shake the drink, don't just stir it; shaking incorporates tiny air bubbles that make it feel more luxurious and less like regular juice.
03 -
  • If you can't find passionfruit juice, use mango juice or even a splash of lime juice as an alternative, but the tartness of passionfruit is really what keeps this drink balanced.
  • Shake the drink vigorously for a full 10 to 15 seconds—this isn't just about mixing, it's about incorporating air and creating that luxurious mouthfeel that makes it feel special.
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