Green & Yellow Tropical Drink
The Green & Yellow Tropical Drink is a visually striking and refreshingly fruity beverage made with mango, pineapple, and lime or kiwi juice. Perfect for summer parties or tropical-themed occasions, it’s a fun drink that can be served with or without alcohol.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Layering
- Cuisine: Tropical
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
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- 1 cup crushed ice
- 1/4 cup green lime syrup or kiwi juice
- 1/2 cup mango juice or puree
- 1/4 cup pineapple juice
- 1 tablespoon sweetener (optional)
- Fresh fruit for garnish (mango cubes, pineapple chunks, cherries)
- Mint or fresh herbs for garnish
- Optional: 1 oz rum or tequila per serving (for alcoholic version)
Instructions
- Fill a tall glass halfway with crushed ice.
- Pour the green lime syrup or kiwi juice into the bottom of the glass.
- Slowly pour the mango juice over the back of a spoon to layer on top of the green base.
- Add a layer of pineapple juice using the same spoon technique for a blended yellow top.
- Add sweetener if desired and gently adjust to taste without disturbing the layers.
- Garnish with fresh mango, pineapple, cherries, and a sprig of mint.
- Insert a straw and serve immediately. Stir before drinking if preferred.
Notes
- Use fresh juice for the brightest flavor.
- For a frozen drink, blend all ingredients with ice.
- Layer juices slowly to maintain distinct colors.
- Chill the glasses beforehand to help layers hold better.
- Great as a mocktail or cocktail depending on the occasion.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Find it online: https://tastyera.com/green-yellow-tropical-drink/