The Tropical Tidal Wave is a deliciously refreshing cocktail that combines the tropical flavors of coconut, pineapple, and orange with a vibrant blue hue. The citrusy lime adds the perfect zesty kick, making this drink ideal for summer parties, beach days, or any time you want to feel like you’re riding the waves in paradise!
Tropical Tidal Wave
The Tropical Tidal Wave is a vibrant, fruity cocktail that combines the tropical flavors of coconut rum, blue curaçao, pineapple, and orange juice for a refreshing and delicious drink. To make it, simply shake coconut rum, blue curaçao, pineapple juice, orange juice, lime juice, and simple syrup with ice. Strain into a glass filled with crushed ice and garnish with a pineapple slice and cherry for the perfect tropical touch.
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz coconut rum
- 1 oz blue curaçao for the tidal wave blue hue
- 1 oz pineapple juice
- 1 oz orange juice
- 0.5 oz lime juice
- 0.5 oz simple syrup optional for added sweetness
- Crushed ice
- Pineapple slice and maraschino cherry for garnish
Instructions
- In a shaker, combine coconut rum, blue curaçao, pineapple juice, orange juice, lime juice, and simple syrup with ice. Shake well.
- Strain into a glass filled with crushed ice.
- Garnish with a pineapple slice and maraschino cherry for a tropical touch.
Notes
- Adjust sweetness: If you prefer a sweeter cocktail, you can increase the amount of simple syrup or substitute with honey syrup.
- For extra tropical flair: Add a splash of coconut milk or cream for a creamy, tropical twist.
- Chilling the glass: For an extra refreshing experience, chill your glass in the freezer before preparing the cocktail.
- Garnish options: Get creative with your garnishes—add a cocktail umbrella, a slice of kiwi, or even a tropical flower for a festive presentation.
- Non-alcoholic option: Swap out the rum for coconut water or a tropical-flavored sparkling water to make a refreshing mocktail.
