Tropical Sunrise Splash Mocktail Recipe

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Want a refreshing drink without alcohol? This tropical mocktail brings the taste of paradise to any gathering.

The Tropical Sunrise Splash combines fresh pineapple juice, coconut cream, and orange juice with a splash of grenadine for a beautiful layered effect.

The bright colors and fruity flavors make this drink perfect for summer parties, baby showers, or any time you need a festive non-alcoholic option.

Kids love watching the colors blend as the ingredients are poured, creating a sunrise effect in the glass.

This easy recipe takes less than 5 minutes to make and needs only basic ingredients from the grocery store.

The recipe can be doubled or tripled to serve large groups.

Tropical Sunrise Splash Mocktail Recipe

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This refreshing drink combines sweet pineapple juice, tangy orange juice, and a splash of grenadine to create a beautiful layered effect that looks like a sunrise.

John

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Total Time 10 minutes minutes

Serving Size 5

Equipment

• Tall glass (12-16 oz)
• Measuring cups
• Ice cube tray
• Long spoon for stirring.
• Jigger or shot glass for measuring
• Cocktail shaker (optional)

Ingredients

• 4 oz pineapple juice chilled
• 2 oz orange juice fresh-squeezed
• 1/2 oz grenadine syrup
• Ice cubes
• Orange slice for garnish
• Maraschino cherry for garnish

Instructions

• Fill a tall glass with ice cubes to the top.
• Pour the chilled pineapple juice into the glass.
• Add the orange juice slowly by pouring it over the back of a spoon.
• Then, gently pour the grenadine down the side of the glass. It will sink to the bottom, creating a gradient effect.
• Do not stir the drink, as this will ruin the layered effect.
• Garnish with an orange slice and maraschino cherry.

Notes

The drink tastes best when served right away. The juices should be very cold for the best layering effect.

Fresh-squeezed juices will give the best flavor, though store-bought works too.

For a more pronounced color gradient, let the grenadine settle for 30 seconds before serving.

Kids love watching the colors change as the grenadine sinks to the bottom of the glass.

The recipe makes one serving and takes about 5 minutes to prepare.

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Tasting Notes

The Tropical Sunrise Splash mocktail offers a bright, sweet flavor with hints of citrus and tropical fruit. Fresh pineapple juice gives a natural sweetness, while orange juice adds a tangy brightness.

Coconut cream adds a smooth, rich texture and gentle sweetness that balances the acidic fruit juices.

Meanwhile, the grenadine creates a beautiful red-to-orange gradient and brings notes of pomegranate.

Primary Flavors:

• Sweet pineapple
• Fresh orange
• Creamy coconut
• Fruity pomegranate

The drink starts sweet on the tongue and ends with a refreshing citrus finish.

Its smooth texture makes it easy to sip, while the temperature should be ice-cold for the best taste.

Aroma Notes:

• Tropical pineapple
• Fresh citrus
• Light coconut
• Sweet berry

The mocktail tastes best when served in a tall glass over crushed ice. A garnish of fresh pineapple wedge and orange slice adds extra visual appeal and enhances the tropical scent.

Substitute

Don’t have pineapple juice? Orange juice makes a great swap in this mocktail. The bright citrus adds the same tropical touch.

Fresh mango puree works well instead of passion fruit juice. Just blend ripe mango chunks until smooth.

For a less sweet drink, replace the grenadine with pomegranate juice. The tart flavor balances nicely with the other fruits.

Alternative mixers:

• Peach nectar for pineapple juice
• Guava juice for passion fruit
• Cranberry juice for grenadine
• Sparkling water for club soda

Need a different garnish? Try these options:

• Orange wheels
• Maraschino cherries
• Fresh mint leaves
• Pineapple wedges

The mocktail tastes best with fresh juices. Bottled versions work too. Just pick 100% juice without added sugar.

For extra flair, freeze fruit pieces in ice cubes. They look pretty and add flavor as they melt.

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