Description
This Tropical Swirl Highball is a bright and fruity cocktail layered with creamy coconut, mango nectar, pineapple juice, and a splash of lime—topped with fizz and finished with a gorgeous grenadine swirl. It’s like a beach vacation in a glass, perfect for summer brunches, weekend get-togethers, or any time you’re craving sunshine. Quick to make, stunning to serve, and completely customizable.
Ingredients
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1 oz white rum
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1 oz coconut cream (not coconut milk)
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1 oz mango nectar
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1 oz pineapple juice
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½ oz fresh lime juice
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Sprite Tropical Swirl (or regular Sprite, to top)
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Dash of grenadine
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Ice (enough to fill your highball glass)
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Pineapple wedge (for garnish)
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Maraschino cherry (for garnish)
Instructions
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Shake the Base: In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine white rum, coconut cream, mango nectar, pineapple juice, and lime juice. Shake well for 10 seconds until chilled and smooth.
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Layer the Grenadine: Pour a dash of grenadine into the bottom of your highball glass. Do not stir—this creates the beautiful swirl effect.
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Add Ice & Pour: Carefully fill the glass with ice, then slowly pour in the shaken mixture over the ice to keep the layers distinct.
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Top with Sprite: Gently pour Sprite Tropical Swirl (or regular Sprite) over the top. Pouring slowly will help preserve the layered look.
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Garnish & Serve: Add a pineapple wedge and maraschino cherry to garnish. Serve immediately and enjoy the tropical vibes.
Notes
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Make it a mocktail: Simply skip the rum for a tropical soda everyone can enjoy.
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Coconut cream tip: Be sure to use sweetened coconut cream (like Coco Lopez), not coconut milk or cream of coconut.
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Chill the glass: Want to keep the swirl effect even longer? Chill your glass in the freezer for 10 minutes before building the drink.
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No mango nectar? Try peach nectar or orange juice for a fun twist.
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Batch for a party: Multiply the base ingredients by 4–6, shake in advance, and refrigerate. Add grenadine, ice, and soda just before serving.