Iced Guava Passionfruit Drink

# What You'll Need:

→ Pineapple-Ginger Syrup

01 - 1/2 cup pineapple juice

02 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar

03 - 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger

→ Drink Base

04 - 1 cup guava nectar, chilled

05 - 1/2 cup passionfruit juice, chilled

06 - 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut milk, chilled

07 - 1/4 cup pineapple-ginger syrup, prepared

08 - 1 cup ice cubes

→ Garnish

09 - Pineapple wedges, optional

10 - Edible flowers, optional

# Method Steps:

01 - In a small saucepan, combine pineapple juice, sugar, and ginger. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly to dissolve the sugar. Simmer for 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened. Strain through a fine mesh sieve and cool completely before use.

02 - In a shaker or large jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine guava nectar, passionfruit juice, coconut milk, and 1/4 cup cooled pineapple-ginger syrup. Add ice cubes, seal tightly, and shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds until well combined and frothy.

03 - Divide mixture evenly between two tall glasses filled with fresh ice cubes.

04 - Top each drink with pineapple wedges or edible flowers if desired. Serve immediately with straws.

# Expert Advice:

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It tastes like you hired a mixologist, but you're actually just shaking juice and syrup in a jar.
The pineapple-ginger syrup adds a subtle warmth that makes each sip feel intentional and complex.
Made it vegan and dairy-free by accident, which means everyone at the table can actually drink it together.

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Don't skip straining the ginger solids, or your drink will taste bitter and grainy by the second sip.
The magic happens when your syrup cools completely before mixing, otherwise the ice melts and dilutes your careful flavor work.

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