Caribbean Cassis
Transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise with Caribbean Cassis, a vibrant and refreshing drink that perfectly balances sweetness and tang. This 5-minute recipe combines luscious blackcurrant syrup, zesty fresh lime juice, and tropical pineapple juice with smooth coconut water for a silky, hydrating base. Served over crushed ice and garnished with aromatic mint and a lime wheel, it’s a visually stunning beverage that bursts with Caribbean-inspired flavors. For an extra kick, simply transform it into a cocktail by adding a splash of rum. Whether you’re hosting a summer gathering or savoring a quiet moment on the patio, Caribbean Cassis is your ticket to island bliss.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons blackcurrant syrup (Cassis syrup)
- 4 ounces pineapple juice
- 1 ounce fresh lime juice
- 2 ounces coconut water
- 1 cup crushed ice
- 4 leaves fresh mint leaves
- 1 slice lime wheel
- 2 ounces optional rum (for a cocktail version)
Instructions
1. Fill a cocktail shaker with the blackcurrant syrup, pineapple juice, fresh lime juice, and coconut water.
2. If making a cocktail, add 2 ounces of rum to the shaker as well.
3. Add the crushed ice to the shaker and seal it tightly.
4. Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds to combine all the ingredients and chill the mixture.
5. Strain the mixture into a tall glass filled with fresh crushed ice.
6. Gently slap the fresh mint leaves between your hands to release their aroma, and use them as a garnish along with the lime wheel.
7. Serve immediately with a straw or stir stick and enjoy your Caribbean Cassis!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
290 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.2 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 62 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.9 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.0 g | ||
| Protein | 0.7 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 44 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 320 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
