The Best Gin Cocktail with Passion Fruit Syrup and Cuban Bitters

Looking for a unique way to use passion fruit syrup for cocktails? Our award-winning 'L'Ouragan de '75' is the perfect recipe. This refreshing and complex drink, featuring our exclusive Cuban bitters for gin, is a must-try for any cocktail enthusiast. This fruit-forward take on the classic French 75 was created by Alfredo Garcia as an official entry into the 2018 Tales of the Cocktail competition.

What is Passion Fruit Syrup for Cocktails?

Passion fruit syrup for cocktails is a sweet and tangy mixer used to add a vibrant, tropical flavor to drinks. It's typically made from passion fruit puree, sugar, and water. Using a syrup ensures the flavor is concentrated and evenly distributed throughout the drink without the pulp or bitterness that can come from fresh fruit. This makes it an ideal ingredient for a wide range of cocktails, from bubbly sparklers to rich rum-based drinks.

How to Make Passion Fruit Syrup at Home

Making your own passion fruit syrup is simple. This recipe makes a versatile syrup you can use in many different cocktails.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup passion fruit purée
• 1/2 cup unsweetened pomegranate juice
• 1/2 cup sugar

Instructions

1. Combine all ingredients in a small saucepan.
2. Simmer the mixture for about 15 minutes, stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved.
3. Strain the syrup to remove any solids.
4. Chill the syrup before use. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

Why Use Cuban Bitters for Gin?

While gin is often paired with citrus, it also works incredibly well with the spicy and herbal notes of bitters. Our Cuban bitters for gin add a layer of complexity and warmth, with hints of allspice, cinnamon, and other classic Caribbean spices. This infusion of flavor elevates a simple gin drink into a truly sophisticated cocktail, creating a bridge between the bright botanicals of gin and the rich, tropical notes of the other ingredients.

The L'Ouragan de '75 Cocktail Recipe

This recipe makes one cocktail.

Ingredients

• 1 oz Hendricks Gin
• 3/4 oz home-made passion fruit/pomegranate syrup
• 2 oz dry sparkling wine
• 1/2 oz Rhum Agricole Clement Creole Shrubb
• 2 dashes El Guapo™ Cuban Bitters

Instructions

1. Fill a shaker with ice.
2. Add the gin and the homemade passion fruit syrup.
3. Shake well until the mixture is thoroughly chilled.
4. Strain the mixture into a chilled champagne flute.
5. Spoon layer the dry sparkling wine on top of the gin mixture.
6. Spoon layer the Rhum Agricole Clement Creole Shrubb and the Cuban bitters for gin on top.
7. Serve immediately.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What do Cuban bitters taste like?

Cuban bitters, such as those from El Guapo™, have a complex flavor profile that includes notes of warm spice like allspice and cinnamon, with hints of citrus and a touch of bitterness. They are designed to complement aged spirits, but also work beautifully with gin.

What's the difference between passion fruit purée and syrup?

Passion fruit purée is the strained pulp of the fruit, typically unsweetened. Passion fruit syrup is a combination of this puree with a sweetener like sugar, making it a liquid that dissolves easily into cocktails and provides a consistent flavor.

Can I use this passion fruit syrup in other drinks?

Yes, the homemade passion fruit syrup is incredibly versatile. It can be used in other cocktails like margaritas, daiquiris, or a simple gin and soda for a tropical twist. It also works well in non-alcoholic beverages like sparkling water or iced tea.