Hippie Juice

INTRODUCTION

Hippie Juice is a bright and fruity cocktail that fills the glass with color and fresh flavor. It mixes coconut rum, strawberry or watermelon vodka, pink lemonade, triple sec, and pineapple juice. The drink tastes sweet, a little tart, and a bit tropical. It looks fun when you rim the glass with pink sanding sugar. This drink works for summer parties, a relaxed night with friends, or a sunny afternoon on the porch. If you like simple fruit drinks and easy mixes, try this and also check a related bright recipe for a tart mix in cranberry sauce with orange juice for more ideas.

WHY YOU WILL LOVE THIS RECIPE

You will love Hippie Juice because it is quick to make and needs just a few bottles you may already have. The flavors mix well and give you sweet, tangy, and tropical notes in one sip. It looks great with the pink sugar rim, so it makes guests smile. You can make it stronger or lighter with easy swaps. It is also easy to scale up for a big bowl or a pitcher for a party. If you enjoy party drinks that taste like summer, you might also like festive mocktails and themed drinks like the fun ideas in this spooky Halloween bat juice mocktail article.

HOW TO MAKE HIPPIE JUICE

This drink comes together fast. You will shake the liquors, rim the glass, and pour over ice. Use a shaker to mix the alcohol with the juices and syrup. Taste and adjust the sweetness if you want more or less. If you make many glasses, mix the liquors and juices in a pitcher and stir well before serving. For a warm twist or nonalcoholic version, explore other juice ideas such as the cozy flavors in warm spiced pear juice to inspire your next party drink.

EQUIPMENT NEEDED

• Bar shaker with lid or a large jar with a tight lid
• Jigger or measuring spoons for 1 oz and 2 oz
• Two appetizer plates for rimming sugar
• Cocktail strainer (optional)
• Long spoon for stirring
• Glasses (highball or cocktail glasses)
• Ice scoop or spoon

Ingredients You’ll Need :

1 oz Malibu Coconut rum, 1 oz Strawberry or Watermelon Vodka, 2 oz Country Time Pink Lemonade, 2 oz Triple Sec, 2 oz Pineapple Juice, 1 tbsp Raspberry Syrup (optional), Ice, Pink sanding sugar, 1 tbsp Simple syrup

STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS :

1. Use 2 appetizer plates, on one of the plates pour 1 tbsp of simple syrup.
2. On the other one add the pink sanding sugar.
3. Dip the rim of your glasses in the simple syrup and then in the pink sanding sugar and set to the side.
4. In a bar shaker add the liquors and shake well.
   • Add 1 oz Malibu Coconut rum.
   • Add 1 oz Strawberry or Watermelon Vodka.
   • Add 2 oz Country Time Pink Lemonade.
   • Add 2 oz Triple Sec.
   • Add 2 oz Pineapple Juice.
   • Add 1 tbsp Raspberry Syrup if you want more berry flavor.
5. Fill your glass 3/4 of the way full with ice.
6. Pour in your liquor mix and lightly stir with a spoon.
7. Enjoy.

HOW TO SERVE HIPPIE JUICE

Serve Hippie Juice in a chilled glass with the pink sugar rim. Use a tall highball or a pretty cocktail glass. Add a small wedge of pineapple or a strawberry on the rim for color. Serve with a long straw so guests can stir and sip. For a group, set a small tray with extra pink sugar and simple syrup so people can rim their own glasses. For a softer drink, pour half of the alcohol mixture into sparkling water or lemon-lime soda to make it fizzy and lighter.

STORAGE & FREEZING : HIPPIE JUICE

Do not freeze drinks with alcohol; the texture and flavor can change. If you make a batch ahead, store the mixed liquor and juice in an airtight pitcher or bottle in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Keep the ice and rim sugar separate until you are ready to serve. If you use fresh fruit or fresh juices, use the mix the same day for best taste. Leftover mixed drink that has been kept in the fridge should be consumed within a day to keep the fresh flavors.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS

• Serve with light snacks like chips and salsa or a fruity salsa.
• Pair with simple salad plates or cheese platters. The sweet drink pairs well with salty foods.
• For a summer theme, add a small bowl of fresh pineapple and berries as a garnish station.
• For a brunch, serve with light pastries or bagels. The coconut and fruit flavors fit well with morning sweets.
• If you want a nonalcoholic snack pairing idea, try mild spiced or sweet juices like those found in recipes for cozy drinks and fruit mixes similar to warm spiced pear juice to balance the tropical notes.

VARIATIONS

• Nonalcoholic version: Replace Malibu and vodka with coconut water and a splash of nonalcoholic berry syrup. Keep the lemonade and pineapple for the same flavor.
• Fruity punch: Make a large batch by tripling the recipe and adding club soda for a light fizz. Serve in a punch bowl with slices of lemon, pineapple, and strawberries.
• Stronger mix: Add an extra 1 oz of vodka for a stronger drink. Taste as you go.
• Tropical twist: Add a splash of mango juice or guava juice for a more tropical profile.
• Frozen version: Blend the mix with ice to make a slushy cocktail. Do not blend if you use carbonated soda; add soda after blending.

FAQs

Q: How many servings does this recipe make?
A: The recipe makes one cocktail serving. To serve a group, multiply the ingredients by the number of guests.

Q: Can I use another rum instead of Malibu?
A: Yes. Malibu gives a coconut taste. You can use light rum or flavored rum if you prefer a different note.

Q: What can I use if I do not have pink lemonade?
A: Use regular lemonade and add a splash of cranberry or raspberry syrup for color and flavor.

Q: Is raspberry syrup necessary?
A: No. Raspberry syrup is optional. It adds extra berry flavor and color but the drink will still be tasty without it.

Q: Can I make this drink ahead of time?
A: Yes, you can mix the alcohol and juices and keep them in the fridge for up to 24 hours, but do not add ice or soda until serving to keep it fresh.

Q: How do I get the pink sugar to stick well?
A: Make sure the glass rim is damp with simple syrup before dipping it into the sanding sugar. Press gently so the sugar sticks evenly.

MAKE-AHEAD TIPS FOR HIPPIE JUICE

• Mix the liquors and juices and store in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 24 hours.
• Keep simple syrup and sanding sugar in separate small bowls. Rim glasses just before serving to keep the sugar fresh.
• Pre-slice garnishes like pineapple wedges or strawberries and keep them covered in the fridge.
• If you plan a large party, mix the full alcohol blend in a pitcher and chill. When guests arrive, add ice and pour into sugared glasses.
• If you want to prepare a nonalcoholic base, mix the lemonade, pineapple juice, and raspberry syrup in advance, and add alcohol for adult drinks right before serving.

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