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A finale of bubbles gives much-needed carbonation. Plain seltzer or club soda work like a charm, but with the variety of flavored sparkling water varieties out there like coconut and pineapple, you can feel free to have some fun with this ingredient. Fresh mint leaves are also added to the shaker. The agitation from shaking it up with the liquid ingredients and ice releases the flavor right into the refreshing beverage. In this recipe, the tart, jelly-like passion fruit pulp is shaken and then strained to remove the seeds. I like to reserve some of the flesh to stir into the finished drink, but feel free to skip that step for a totally smooth refreshment.
Though humble in size, passion fruit makes up for that with big flavor, and a mighty vitamin content. This antioxidant-rich, immune-boosting fruit is a fantastic source of fiber, vitamin A, and vitamin C. Press the lime rounds against the inside of the glasses so they’ll be visible after the drink is poured in. Fill gently with ice. Remove any seeds from the juice. Measure 2 ounces of orange juice, 2 ounces of grapefruit juice, and 1 ounce of lime juice. Juice 1 medium navel orange, a lime, and half of a large grapefruit. If you like, you can use pineapple juice in place of the grapefruit for a slightly sweeter and more tropical drink.
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A beverage with carbonation like this one does best in a tall, slender glass, where the bubbles will pop more slowly, since there’s less surface area. Coconut water also adds a nice flavor to sub for the NA spirit, or you can top off with an additional ounce or two of sparkling water to finish the drink if you like. Ripe passion fruit feels heavier than it looks, which means it’s loaded with that luscious flesh inside. The softer and wrinklier the skin, the riper the fruit. With a year and a half of sobriety behind me, I’ve been educating myself in the zero-proof spirit scene. If you feel the urge to add a tasty splash of something that mimics the real deal, feel free to peruse this roundup of non-alcoholic options. I like to splash a few ounces of my favorite booze-free botanical libation in this drink, but it’s purely optional. Measure the agave or simple syrup and your choice of non-alcoholic spirit, if using. You might also want to try a homemade berry syrup, for another layer of bold, fruity flavor!
Even if a tropical vacation isn’t in your near future, there’s nothing stopping you from sipping on a flashy, fruity beverage at home, staycation style. How did you enjoy this NA beverage? Any ingredient swaps or add-ins to share? Let us know in the comments below! And don’t forget to give this recipe a five-star rating if you loved it. Mint adds a refreshing mentholated zip to recipes of all kinds, especially those that are sipped through a straw. If you’re still thirsty, try these drinks next:
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