Iced Guava Passionfruit Drink

# Ingredient List:

→ Pineapple-Ginger Syrup

01 - 1/2 cup pineapple juice

02 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar

03 - 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger

→ Drink Base

04 - 1 cup guava nectar, chilled

05 - 1/2 cup passionfruit juice, chilled

06 - 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut milk, chilled

07 - 1/4 cup pineapple-ginger syrup

08 - 1 cup ice cubes

→ Garnish

09 - Pineapple wedges, optional

10 - Edible flowers, optional

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - In a small saucepan, combine pineapple juice, sugar, and ginger. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring continuously to dissolve the sugar. Simmer for 5 to 7 minutes until slightly thickened. Strain through a fine mesh sieve to remove ginger solids. Transfer to a bowl and cool completely before use.

02 - In a shaker or large jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine chilled guava nectar, passionfruit juice, unsweetened coconut milk, and 1/4 cup of the cooled pineapple-ginger syrup. Add ice cubes, secure the lid tightly, and shake vigorously for 10 to 15 seconds until well blended and frothy.

03 - Pour the mixture evenly into two tall glasses already filled with fresh ice cubes, distributing the contents uniformly between servings.

04 - Top each glass with pineapple wedges or edible flowers if desired. Serve immediately while the beverage remains cold and effervescent.

# Expert Advice:

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It tastes like you spent way more effort than you actually did, which is the best kind of kitchen magic.
The homemade syrup elevates it from ordinary to something people actually ask you to make again.
You can prep the syrup ahead and have a restaurant-quality drink ready in under five minutes whenever the craving hits.

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Strain your syrup carefully; tiny ginger bits will grit between your teeth and ruin an otherwise perfect moment.
Shake this drink hard and fast, not gently—the vigor creates the froth that makes it feel special instead of just tasting like mixed juice.

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