RestaurantsMatthew's RestaurantLiquid Sunshine Recipe

Liquid Sunshine Recipe

Time15m
Serves2

Orange, Coconut, Pineapple

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Ingredients

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Citrus Base

Tropical & Coconut

Method

Prepare

1

Chill glass

Place serving glasses in the freezer or fill with ice water to chill while you prepare the mocktail (5–10 minutes).

2

If using fresh pineapple or orange, press/juice until you have the required amounts. Measure juices and other ingredients.

Mixing

3

Combine base ingredients

In a cocktail shaker or large jar, add the fresh orange juice (1.5 cups), pineapple juice (1 cup), fresh lime juice (1 tablespoon), cream of coconut (3 tablespoons), coconut water (1/2 cup), and simple syrup (1 teaspoon).

4

Shake

Add a handful of ice (about 1 cup) to the shaker, secure the lid, and shake vigorously for 10–12 seconds until well chilled and slightly frothy from the coconut.

5

Add bitters (optional)

If using, add 2 dashes of Angostura bitters to the shaker and give a gentle roll (no heavy shaking) to incorporate the bitters' aroma and complexity.

Finish & Serve

6

Discard the ice or water from the chilled serving glass and add fresh ice if desired.

7

Strain and top with fizz

Double-strain the shaken mixture into the prepared glass over fresh ice. Top with approximately 3 oz (about 90 ml) club soda or sparkling water to add brightness and effervescence. Stir gently once to combine without losing carbonation.

8

Garnish

Garnish with a pineapple wedge or orange wheel on the rim. Sprinkle a small pinch (about 1 teaspoon) of toasted coconut flakes over the foam or on the garnish for aroma and texture, if desired.

9

Serve immediately with a straw. Optionally provide a small stirrer so guests can adjust carbonation/sweetness as desired.

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