Sip on sunshine with this Summer Passion Fruit Sparkle! Fresh passion fruit meets effervescent lemon soda, served over ice and garnished with lemon slices and thyme. A perfect blend of flavor and fun for your warm summer day!
Summer Passion Fruit Sparkle is a mocktail with non alcohol drink that delivers a tangy sweetness and a hint of tropical paradise. Cheers to a sun-kissed summer!
An Underrated Tropical Fruit: Passion Fruit and All You Need to Know!
When you think of tropical fruits, what comes to mind? For me, it’s pineapple, mango, watermelon, honeydew, and even strawberries (though strawberries are available year-round). However, there are some underrated tropical fruits that deserve more attention, and today’s star is the passion fruit.
I remember a time long ago when these fruits would grow around the fish pond (empang ikan) in my village. I would pick them one by one, enjoying their tangy refreshment under the sun—a sun that, unfortunately, left my cheeks sunburned because I didn’t know anything about skincare or sunscreen back then. Oh, how I wish I’d known better! Thankfully, I’ve learned since then, though it’s ironic that passion fruit trees have become rare in my village. It’s been about 10-15 years, and I still cherish those childhood moments.
The name “passion fruit” is derived from the “Passion of Christ.” Spanish missionaries in South America named it due to the flower’s unique structure, which they believed symbolized elements of the crucifixion. The five petals and five sepals represent the ten faithful apostles, while the vine’s tendrils resemble the whips used in the crucifixion. There are more than 500 species of passion fruit, but the most common types are purple passion fruit (Passiflora edulis) and yellow passion fruit (Passiflora edulis f. flavicarpa).
Passion fruit is known for its distinctive, tart flavor with a sweet undertone, making it a popular choice for beverages, desserts, and salads. Inside the fruit is a jelly-like pulp filled with numerous small, crunchy seeds. Its strong, exotic aroma is both inviting and refreshing, making it a delightful addition to any dish or drink.
Health Benefits of Passion Fruits
Passion fruits sound exotic right, besides their name, passion fruits also have a bunch of health benefits, so what do you know about them? Some of the health benefits of passion fruits;
Passion fruits are high in vitamin C, which is essential for the immune system, skin health, and wound healing. Also, fruit is a good source of dietary fiber, which aids in digestion and helps maintain bowel health. Vitamin A: This vitamin supports eye health, immune function, and skin health.
Passion fruits contain several antioxidants, including vitamin C, beta-carotene, and polyphenols, which help protect the body against free radicals and oxidative stress.
The fiber content in passion fruits can help reduce cholesterol levels, promoting heart health. Potassium in passion fruits helps regulate blood pressure by balancing the effects of sodium. The high fiber content supports healthy digestion by preventing constipation and promoting regular bowel movements.
The fiber in passion fruits can help stabilize blood sugar levels, making it a good option for people with diabetes or those looking to manage their blood sugar.
Wow, such a wonderful fruit, are you ready for a new journey to make passion fruit more special? Let’s make this summer passion fruit sparkle right away!
Ingredients of Summer Passion Fruit Sparkle
- Passion Fruit; Provides the primary flavor of the cocktail. Fresh passion fruit adds a vibrant, tangy taste with sweet undertones. If fresh passion fruit isn’t available, passion fruit puree is a good substitute, offering a similar flavor but with a smoother texture.
- Lemon Soda; Adds a fizzy and slightly sweet component to the drink. The carbonation in lemon soda helps to balance the tartness of the passion fruit and adds a refreshing effervescence to the cocktail.
- Ice cube; Keeps the cocktail cool and refreshing. slightly dilute the drink as it melts, which can help mellow out the flavors and make the drink more palatable.
Garnish
- Sliced Lemon; Enhances the visual appeal of the cocktail and adds a subtle extra layer of citrus flavor. Lemon slices also act as a classic garnish that complements the lemon soda in the drink
- Fresh Thyme; Adds a fragrant herbal note that contrasts nicely with the fruity and citrus flavors. Fresh thyme also adds a touch of elegance and a hint of complexity to the cocktail.
- Colored Sugar; Used to rim the glass or as a decorative touch. Colored sugar adds a pop of color and a bit of extra sweetness to the cocktail, making it look festive and appealing
Let’s Make Summer Passion Fruit Sparkle
Begin by preparing your glasses for a beautiful presentation. Pour a small amount of simple syrup onto a plate or shallow dish. Simple syrup is made by dissolving sugar in water, and it helps the colored sugar stick to the rim of the glass.
Take each glass and gently dip the rim into the simple syrup. Then, dip the rim of the glass into a plate or dish with colored sugar. Rotate the glass slightly to ensure an even coating of sugar all around the rim. This adds a festive touch and a hint of sweetness.
Cut open fresh passion fruits and scoop out the pulp, including the seeds, into each prepared glass. If using passion fruit puree, spoon a generous amount into each glass.
Fill each glass with ice cubes. The ice helps chill the drink and keep it refreshing. Make sure to fill the glass with enough ice to keep the cocktail cold but leave space at the top for the lemon soda.
Slowly pour lemon soda over the ice and passion fruit pulp in each glass. Fill the glass until it is almost full, leaving a little space at the top to accommodate the garnish and to prevent overflow. The lemon soda provides a fizzy, citrusy lift to the drink.
Garnish each glass with a slice of lemon and a sprig of fresh thyme. The lemon slice adds a touch of elegance and a hint of extra citrus flavor, while the thyme introduces a fragrant herbal note that complements the passion fruit.
Serve the Summer Passion Fruit Sparkle immediately to enjoy the full refreshment and fizz of the cocktail.
Stir gently before drinking to mix the passion fruit and lemon soda if desired. Sip and enjoy your beautifully crafted, refreshing Summer Passion Fruit Sparkle!
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DO YOU NEED ANOTHER RECIPE FOR YOUR SUMMER TREAT? CHECK IT BELOW:
Summer Passion Fruit Sparkle
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp Passion Fruit
- 300 ml Lemon Soda
- Ice
Garnish
- Sliced Lemon
- Fresh Thyme
- Colored Sugar
Instructions
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Dip the rim glass to a simple syrup then dip it into the colored sugar. Add passion fruit to each glass, then add ice and lemon soda until the glass are almost full.
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Garnish it with sliced lemon and fresh thyme and serve immediately. Enjoy!
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