Crafting Cocktails - The Perfect Purée Mango Passion Fruit Blend

a Tropical Vibe Photo Courtesy of The Perfect Purée

Mango and passionfruit are two flavors that epitomize those beach-loving tiki vibes we all long for during the winter season. Bringing these fresh fruit blends to cocktails yearround is made easy by using purees. The limited-edition Perfect Purée of Napa Valley Mango Passion Fruit blend is the embodiment of tropical ingredients. Its floral mango notes and tart passionfruit juice are ideal for island-inspired beverages, desserts, and savory dishes.

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TIKI

INGREDIENTS 1 oz. Bacardi Superior 1/2 oz. Orange Curaçao 1/2 oz. Bacardi Black 1 oz. The Perfect Purée Mango Passion Fruit blend 1 oz. simple syrup 3/4 oz. lime juice 2 dashes bitters

PREPARATION Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice and shake. Strain, serve on the rocks, and garnish with passion fruit.

INGREDIENTS 1 1/2 oz. Tequila Cazadores Blanco 1 oz. The Perfect Purée Mango Passion Fruit blend 1 oz. lime juice 1 1/2 oz. simple syrup PREPARATION Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice and shake. Strain and serve on the rocks with a Mexican chili salt rim and a lemon slice.

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