Tropical Lychee Cocktail
This Tropical Lychee Cocktail is a refreshing blend of sweet lychees, rich rum, and a hint of citrus, transporting you to a sun-drenched island with every sip. Perfect for summer gatherings or a tropical-themed party.
Ingredients
- Lychees: 6 fresh or canned lychees
- Dark Rum: 1 oz
- White Rum: 1 oz
- Amaretto: 0.5 oz
- Cointreau: 0.5 oz
- Lychee Juice: 2 oz from canned lychees
- Lime Juice: 1 oz
- Pineapple Juice: 1 oz optional for extra tropical flavor
- Ice: 1 cup
- Mint Leaves: For garnish
- Lime Wedge: For garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Lychees: If using fresh lychees, peel and remove the seeds. If using canned, drain the lychees and save the juice.
- Combine Ingredients: In a cocktail shaker, add dark rum, white rum, amaretto, Cointreau, lychee juice, lime juice, and a handful of ice. Optionally, add pineapple juice for an extra tropical kick.
- Shake the Cocktail: Secure the lid on the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until the mixture is well chilled and fully combined.
- Serve the Cocktail: Strain the cocktail into a chilled glass filled with ice.
- Garnish: Add a sprig of mint and a lime wedge on the rim of the glass. For an extra touch, skewer a lychee and place it on the edge of the glass.
- Enjoy: Serve immediately and enjoy your tropical getaway in a glass!
Notes
- Ingredient Substitutes: If you can't find lychee juice, you can substitute it with lychee liqueur or simply use more of the juice from canned lychees.
- Alcohol-Free Option: For a mocktail version, replace the alcohol with sparkling water or tonic and add a bit of lychee syrup for sweetness.