DIY Iced Guava Passionfruit Drink (15 Minute Recipe!)

Ingredients

• 60 ml (¼ cup)pineapple juice
• 50 g (¼ cup)granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons (about 12 g)grated fresh ginger
• 180 ml (¾ cup)unsweetened coconut milk
• 120 ml (½ cup)guava nectar
• 60 ml (¼ cup)passionfruit juice
• 30 ml (2 tablespoons), or more to tastepineapple-ginger syrup
• to tasteice

Instructions

1. 1

   Make the syrup

   Heat the pineapple juice, sugar and grated ginger in a saucepan over medium heat for about 5 minutes, until the sugar has completely dissolved. Strain through a sieve to remove the ginger pieces, then set the syrup aside to cool.

2. 2

   Mix the drink

   Add the coconut milk, guava nectar, passionfruit juice and cooled pineapple-ginger syrup to a large pitcher. Stir to combine.

3. 3

   Serve over ice

   Pour into tall glasses over ice and serve.

What is an iced guava passionfruit drink?

This is a chilled, creamy fruit drink in the style of a café-style tropical refresher. Guava nectar and passionfruit juice bring the fruity base, while coconut milk softens it with a creamy texture.

This version gets an extra layer of flavour from a quick pineapple and ginger syrup. It is an at-home copycat-style drink rather than a traditional preparation.

Nutrition and macros by portion

The nutrition label shows one serving as written: 285 calories, 2g protein, 25g carbs, 22g fat.

The fruit juices, guava nectar and sugar in the syrup contribute most of the carbohydrates, while coconut milk is the main source of fat. The drink provides only a small amount of protein; pair it with a protein-rich snack or meal component if you want a more balanced plate.

The pineapple-ginger syrup

Dissolve the sugar: Heat the pineapple juice, sugar and grated ginger until the sugar disappears, about 5 minutes. Straining removes the ginger pieces while leaving its flavour in the syrup.

Cool it first: Let the syrup cool before mixing it with the other ingredients. The recipe calls for 2 tablespoons in the drink, with more added to taste.

Choosing the juices

Guava nectar: Its rounded, sweet fruit flavour forms the main body of the drink. Use the unsweetened coconut milk specified so the nectar and syrup can provide the sweetness.

Passionfruit juice: This brings a sharper, tangy note to balance the guava and coconut. Stir the drink well so the juices combine evenly.

Getting the texture right

Coconut milk: Unsweetened coconut milk gives the drink its creamy quality. Stir thoroughly after adding it, as the mixture should be combined before serving.

Ice: Serve the drink over plenty of ice in tall glasses, as directed. Add the ice just before pouring so the drink is served cold.

Timing and preparation

Quick syrup: The syrup takes about 5 minutes to heat, then needs time to cool before it goes into the pitcher. Making it first gives it a head start on cooling.

Mix to serve: Once the syrup is cool, the remaining ingredients only need to be stirred together. The stated total time is 15 minutes.

What to serve with it

Serve this drink alongside a light snack or a simple breakfast when you want something fruity and chilled. Its creamy texture and sweet-tart flavour also make it a refreshing non-alcoholic option with a meal.

Use tall glasses and pour over ice just before serving. The recipe makes two servings.

Recipe notes & tips

• Strain the syrup while it is still easy to pour to remove the grated ginger.
• Let the syrup cool before combining it with the coconut milk and juices.
• Start with the stated 2 tablespoons of syrup and add more to taste.
• Use a large pitcher so you can stir the drink thoroughly.
• Pour over ice in tall glasses just before serving.

Variations

• More ginger: Add extra grated ginger to the syrup before heating for a more pronounced ginger flavour.
• Sweeter drink: Stir in a little more pineapple-ginger syrup to taste.
• Less sweet: Begin with less syrup and add only as much as you prefer.
• Extra tang: Adjust the balance with a little more passionfruit juice.
• Single serving: Halve each ingredient quantity to make one glass.

Common mistakes to avoid

• Adding hot syrup: It can warm the drink; let the syrup cool before mixing.
• Skipping the strainer: Ginger pieces remain in the syrup; pour it through a sieve.
• Stopping too soon: Undissolved sugar can leave the syrup gritty; heat until it has completely dissolved.
• Using too much syrup at first: The drink may become sweeter than you want; start with 2 tablespoons and taste.
• Serving without ice: The drink is intended to be served chilled; pour it over ice in tall glasses.

How to store

For the best texture, mix and serve the drink freshly made over ice. If you have leftovers, cover and refrigerate them, stir well before serving and use within 1 day; store them without ice so they do not become diluted.

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