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Calypso Cocktail

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How to Make Calypso Cocktail

If you’re looking to transport yourself to a tropical paradise without leaving your home, then look no further than the Calypso Cocktail. Moreover, this refreshing and delicious cocktail is infused with the tropical flavour of passion fruit. Furthermore, making it the perfect way to escape the mundane and indulge in a little bit of exotic luxury.

Additionally, the Calypso Cocktail is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a summer party or simply looking to relax after a long day. Its tropical flavours are sure to transport you to a place of warmth, sunshine, and relaxation. Making it the perfect way to indulge in a little bit of vacation time without ever leaving your home.

So why not give it a try and let your taste buds dance to the rhythm of the tropics?

Watch Calypso Cocktail video recipe:


How to Make CALYPSO COCKTAIL Like an Italian

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Vincenzo’s Top Tip To Make Calypso Cocktail

Best combo!

The Calypso Cocktail is best served with mixed olives, bread sticks and a side of my delicious Penne Arrabiata. Click here to get the Penne Arrabbiata Recipe.

Add some citrus

A splash of lime juice will add some acidity to balance out the sweetness of the passion fruit. You can also try adding a bit of orange or grapefruit juice for an extra burst of citrus flavor.

Don’t forget the ice

A Calypso Cocktail should be served ice-cold, so make sure to fill your cocktail shaker with plenty of ice before shaking. You can also serve the cocktail over crushed ice for an extra refreshing touch.

Garnish with fresh fruit

To give your Calypso Cocktail a tropical twist, garnish it with a slice of fresh passion fruit or a wedge of lime. You can also add a sprig of fresh mint for a bit of extra color and flavor.

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Calypso Cocktail

Print Recipe
Prep Time: 5 minutes mins
Total Time: 5 minutes mins
Servings: 1

Equipment

  • Boston cocktail shaker
  • Cocktail fruit masher
  • Mini hurricane glass
  • Toothpick
  • Straws

Ingredients

  • 30 ml Passoa
  • 30 ml Aperol
  • Dash of Passionfruit juice
  • 1 cup Crushed ice
  • 1 cup Ice cubes
  • 2 Medium sized strawberries, 1 cut into pieces
  • 3 Medium size orange slices
  • 1 Passionfruit, cut in half
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Instructions

  • Put the strawberry pieces and 2 orange slices into the shaker glass.
  • Crush down the fruit using a cocktail fruit masher (Or something you might have at home to help you squish it down.
  • Using a spoon, scoop out the polpa of one half of the passionfruit and add it to the mix.
  • Add 30ml Passoa, then 30ml Aperol.
  • Pour in a dash of passion fruit juice.
  • Add ice as desired (careful not to add too much).
  • Using the shaker, close it over the top of the glass and……SHAKE SHAKE SHAKE!!
  • Pour the contents into a mini hurricane glass.
  • Add 2-3 spoonful’s of crushed ice.
  • E ora si mangia, Vincenzo’s Plate….Enjoy!

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How to serve Calypso Cocktail

One of the best parts of creating a cocktail is getting to put your own spin on it. When it comes to the Calypso Cocktail, a simple and elegant way to add some visual interest is to garnish it with a toothpick threaded with a whole strawberry and a slice of orange. This not only adds a pop of color to the drink, but it also brings a subtle fruity flavor to the mix.

With these tips in mind, you’ll be able to create a beautiful and delicious Calypso Cocktail that will transport you straight to the tropics. So sit back, relax, and enjoy the taste of paradise.

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