This Valentine’s Day, bring a taste of the Fiji islands into your romantic celebrations with these tropical cocktail recipes from our expert mixologists. Whether you celebrate with a backyard brunch or candlelit dinner at home, whip together these delectable drinks worthy of any special occasion and let the Fijian theme set a relaxing and island-inspired tone.
Passionfruit Mimosa
The exotic sweetness of passionfruit lends a tropical flair to this classic cocktail.
You’ll Need:
4 oz. Champagne, chilled
4 oz. Passionfruit Nectar, chilled
Pulp from 1/2 Fresh Passionfruit
To Make:
In a champagne flute or glass of your choice, pour chilled champagne and let it settle. Then, add nectar and fresh passionfruit pulp, and stir. Serve with a decorative tropical flower garnish or fun straw for a special touch.
The Au Domani
Au Domani means “love” in Fijian, lending a special Fijian twist to this velvety, sweet dessert cocktail.
You’ll Need:
1 oz. White Chocolate Rum
1 oz. Kahlua
1 oz. Baileys Irish Cream
1/2 oz. Vodka of Your Choice
Chocolate Sauce (Optional)
Chocolate Chips (Optional)
To Make:
Start by adding a swirl of chocolate sauce in a martini or glass of your choice. In a shaker, add ice, rum, Kahlua, Baileys, and vodka; top and shake. Strain into glass and garnish with chocolate chips. Enjoy!
