Atlantic Sun
A vibrant and fruity cocktail that evokes a sunny day by the ocean. This refreshing long drink balances the kick of Vodka and Southern Comfort with the tropical sweetness of passion fruit and tangy sweet and sour mix, all lifted by a bubbly splash of club soda.
What it tastes like
The aroma leads with candied peach and tropical passion fruit. The palate is syrupy and citrus-forward with a tart backbone from the sour mix. The club soda provides a crisp carbonation that cuts through the sugar, leaving a brief, fruity finish.
Flavour profile
Ingredients
- Smirnoff Vodka2 cl
- Southern Comfort2 cl
- Passion Fruit Syrup2 cl
- Sweet and Sour Mix6 cl
- Club Soda1 splash
- Orange1 slice
Preparation
- 1
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
- 2
Pour the Vodka, Southern Comfort, Passion Fruit Syrup, and Sweet and Sour Mix into the shaker.
- 3
Shake vigorously for about 10-15 seconds until well-chilled.
- 4
Strain the mixture into a Collins glass filled with fresh ice.
- 5
Top the drink with a splash of Club Soda.
- 6
Garnish with a fresh slice of orange and serve.
Substitutions
- Southern ComfortPeach Schnapps — This removes the whiskey-based spice notes and results in a more straightforward stone fruit flavor.
- Sweet and Sour MixFresh Lemon Juice and Simple Syrup — This provides a cleaner acidity and removes the chemical aftertaste often found in bottled mixes.
- Passion Fruit SyrupMango Puree — This creates a thicker mouthfeel and shifts the profile toward a different tropical fruit.
- Club SodaGinger Ale — This increases the sugar content while adding a distinct ginger spice to the finish.
Variations
Pacific Sunset
Use dark rum instead of vodka to introduce molasses and toasted oak notes to the fruit base.
Spiced Sun
Incorporate two dashes of aromatic bitters to add a dry, herbal counterpoint to the sweet fruit syrups.