Tropical Detour

The Tropical Detour is a vibrant, tropical cocktail with a bold mix of flavors. The tanginess of lime and pineapple pairs beautifully with the bittersweet Aperol and passionfruit syrup, all balanced by the smoothness of vodka. It’s an exotic yet refreshing cocktail perfect for any occasion.

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Tropical Detour

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Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes

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Course: Drinks

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Aperol, aperol cocktails, Lime Juice, Passionfruit, passionfruit syrup, pineapple juice, pineapple juice cocktails, Vodka, vodka cocktails

Servings: 1

Author: Paul Kushner

Equipment

• Cocktail Shaker
• Jigger
• Strainer
• Rocks Glass

Ingredients

• 1.5 oz vodka
• 0.5 oz Aperol
• 0.75 oz pineapple juice
• 0.5 oz lime juice
• 0.5 oz passionfruit syrup
• Passionfruit for garnish

Instructions

• In a cocktail shaker, combine vodka, Aperol, pineapple juice, lime juice, and passionfruit syrup.
• Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously until the mixture is well-chilled.
• Strain the cocktail into a rocks glass over a large ice cube.
• Garnish with a fresh passionfruit or a slice of it.

Notes

Pro Tips

• Use freshly squeezed lime juice for a more zesty and authentic flavor.
• If you don’t have passionfruit syrup, passionfruit puree with a touch of simple syrup can be a good substitute.
• For an extra aromatic touch, garnish with a sprig of mint or a lime wedge along with the passionfruit.

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Tasting Notes

The Tropical Detour is a tropical burst of flavors. The tartness of lime and pineapple juice plays against the bittersweetness of Aperol, while the passionfruit syrup adds a sweet and exotic depth. The vodka ties everything together, creating a cocktail that’s both refreshing and complex.