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Tango Twist Cocktail

Tango Twist Cocktail: A Layered Frozen Delight Bursting with Tropical Flavor


  • Author: Sam

Description

This Tango Twist Cocktail is a layered frozen drink that brings bold tropical vibes straight to your glass. With creamy mango piña colada on one side and a punchy strawberry daiquiri blend on the other, it’s everything you love about summer in a vibrant swirl. Perfect for backyard hangs, beach days, or just treating yourself to something fruity and fun.


Ingredients

Scale

Yellow Layer (Mango Piña Colada Blend):

  • 1½ cups piña colada mix, chilled

  • 1 cup mango chunks (fresh or frozen)

  • ½ cup mango rum (or coconut rum)

  • 1½ cups ice

Red Layer (Strawberry Blend):

  • 1½ cups strawberry daiquiri mix, chilled

  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled

  • ½ cup strawberry liqueur (like Tequila Rose or Bols)

  • 1½ cups ice

Optional Garnish:

  • Fresh mango slices

  • Strawberries

  • Sugar for rimming the glass


Instructions

  • Blend the Yellow Layer
    In a high-speed blender, combine piña colada mix, mango chunks, mango rum, and ice. Blend until smooth and creamy. Transfer to a bowl and place in the freezer while you prep the next layer.

  • Blend the Red Layer
    Rinse out the blender. Add strawberry daiquiri mix, fresh strawberries, strawberry liqueur, and ice. Blend until smooth.

  • Layer the Cocktail
    Using hurricane or tall glasses, alternate scoops of the yellow and red mixtures. For a striped look, gently press each layer with the back of a spoon. For a swirled effect, lightly mix the edges.

 

  • Garnish and Serve
    Top with fresh mango slices or strawberries. Optionally rim glasses with sugar before filling. Serve immediately with wide straws or spoons for maximum frozen sippability!

Notes

  • Make Ahead Tip: You can blend and freeze both layers up to 1 day in advance. Let them thaw slightly before scooping and serving.

  • Non-Alcoholic Version: Replace the rum and liqueur with mango juice and strawberry lemonade for a booze-free tropical treat.

  • Texture Tip: Use frozen fruit for a thicker, more slushy consistency without watering it down.

  • Presentation Tip: For cleaner layers, chill your first blend in the freezer while making the second. Use a spoon to gently layer.

 

  • Serving Size: Makes 2–4 servings, depending on glass size and your pour style. Perfect for sharing—or not!