Tropical Treats: Exotic Ingredients to Elevate Your Summer Cocktails

Cocktails can help to elevate any function. The perfect cocktail does not have to be complicated or overwhelming. A standard cocktail recipe follows the golden ratio of two parts spirit, one part sweet, and one part tart. Tropical cocktails can make you feel like you are on vacation.
 

Adding tropical treats can help to spice up your cold drink, making it perfect for summer. Learn more about exotic ingredients to elevate your summer cocktails.
 

Tropical Treats

Exotic ingredients help to create perfect summer cocktails. Popular tropical fruits include coconuts, pineapples, passion fruit, watermelon, strawberries, blueberries, and various citrus fruits.
 

Pina Colada

One of the most popular cocktails is the pina colada. The cocktail contains rum, coconut, and pineapple. Blending the ingredients produces a sweet treat in a few minutes. You can enjoy the sun’s warmth without escaping to a tropical paradise.
 

Passionfruit Hurricane

If you love tropical fruit juices, you will enjoy this festive summer cocktail. The hurricane cocktail is a classic that features rum, lime juice, orange juice, passion juice, and grenadine syrup.
 

Citrus Mint Punch

If you love wine and champagne cocktails, the citrus mint punch cocktail is perfect. The cocktail contains lemon and lime juices, mint syrup, gin, and champagne. This minty drink is tasty and refreshing, perfect for summer.
 

Classic Sangria

A classic sangria is sure to be a hit at any summer event. Combining red wine, orange liquor, and fresh fruit produced a fruity cocktail, which is a great party drink. Adding a splash of unsweetened seltzer will help to cut some of the sweetness and add some fizz.
 

Tequila Sunrise

Tequila and orange juice create a refreshing and delicious combination for the perfect summer cocktail. For a tequila sunrise, add some sweetness and color with a splash of grenadine. The cocktail that resembles the perfect sunrise is the ultimate summer treat.
 

Grapefruit Margarita

For a tasty tropical drink, a grapefruit margarita is a winning cocktail. Combining tequila, ruby red grapefruit, and orange liquor creates the perfect refreshment. Adding a splash of grenadine will add some sweetness and give your cocktail a beautiful color.
 

Cucumber Margarita

If you love tequila cocktails, adding cucumber to your margarita will give it a refreshing twist. For an exotic spicy kick, add some jalapeno. If you love sweet drinks, adding some agave nectar will create the perfect summer cocktail.
 

Miami Vice

A Miami Vice is a combination of two popular cocktails: a pina colada and strawberry daiquiri. The refreshing drink is best served frozen during those hot summer days. Remember to garnish the cocktail with a slice of pineapple and strawberry.
 

Watermelon Martini

For a cocktail that screams summer, choose a watermelon martini. The vodka-based cocktail is made with fresh watermelon, mint, and orange liquor. The result is a refreshing fruity flavor with the right amount of sweetness for summer.
 

Watermelon Coconut Mojito

The combination of watermelon, coconut, and rum creates the perfect summer refreshment. The rum-based recipe blends chunks of fresh watermelon into a classic mojito, resulting in a sweet summer cocktail.
 

Manhattan Float

For lovers of bourbon, a Manhattan float is the perfect summer treat. The recipe contains whisky, sweet vermouth, heavy cream, ice cream, cherry soda, a little sugar, and bitters. The result is a summer cocktail that can double up as dessert.
 

For more on exotic ingredients to elevate your summer cocktails, visit Wiss Bar. Our office is in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Call (267) 981-8292 to book an appointment today. 

Sources:

https://www.cookingchanneltv.com/recipes/packages/best-summer-and-grilling-recipes/summer-party-recipes/photos/best-summer-drink-and-cocktail-recipes

https://www.forbes.com/sites/karlaalindahao/2020/11/12/16-unusual-cocktail-recipes-for-adventurous-drinkers/?sh=ae8cd0a42b85