A tropical fruit mulled gin is a delightful twist on the traditional mulled wine, infusing it with the exotic flavors of tropical fruits and the botanical notes of gin. Here’s a recipe you can try:
Tropical Fruit Mulled Gin
Ingredients:
- 750 ml gin (your choice of gin, but a citrus-forward gin works well)
- 500 ml pineapple juice
- 250 ml orange juice
- 1 orange, sliced
- 1 lime, sliced
- 1 star anise
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 4 cloves
- 2-3 cardamom pods, lightly crushed
- 1-2 tbsp honey or agave syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1 passion fruit, halved and seeds scooped out
- A few slices of fresh ginger
- Fresh mint leaves, for garnish
- Tropical fruits for garnish (such as pineapple slices, passion fruit, or mango)
Instructions:
- Heat the Juice Base: In a large pot, combine the pineapple juice, orange juice, sliced orange, lime, star anise, cinnamon sticks, cloves, cardamom pods, and fresh ginger. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat.
- Simmer the Spices and Fruits: Let the juice and spices simmer for about 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. Stir occasionally to ensure the honey or agave syrup dissolves.
- Add the Gin: Lower the heat and slowly add the gin to the pot. Warm the mixture gently for another 5-10 minutes, but avoid boiling to prevent the alcohol from evaporating.
- Finish with Passion Fruit: Add the passion fruit seeds and pulp into the mixture and give it a gentle stir.
- Serve: Ladle the tropical fruit mulled gin into mugs or heatproof glasses. Garnish with a slice of tropical fruit, a sprig of fresh mint, and perhaps a cinnamon stick for an extra touch.
- Enjoy: Serve warm and enjoy the cozy, tropical twist on a traditional mulled beverage.
This tropical mulled gin is perfect for a unique winter drink with a summery vibe, combining the warmth of mulled spices with the fresh, vibrant flavors of tropical fruits.
