Hawaiian Classics: Top 6 Tropical Drink Recipes for Every Event

The serene beaches and the sizzling sunshine... add to it the smooth and sultry drinks straight from the fountains of Hawaii. Hawaiian beverages recipes are popular not just in the island restaurants, but across the world. We bring you some of the most exotic Hawaiian styled cocktails and tropical drinks that would leave you spell bound for a very long time for sure.

1.  Hawaiian Green Appletini:

Also called apple martini, appletini Hawaiian-styled concoction is a sparkling green cocktail made using tropical vodka, apple cider vinegar and apple brandy. Often served as part of pre-party refreshment, Hawaiian clubs serve different versions of appletini made of schnapps and melonliquor. Rumpletini is a Green Appletini made using rum and fresh lemon juice. Always served with a slice of raw apple, this cocktail has more followers in Polynesia than anywhere else on the planet.

2.  Bahama Mama:

Considered as the mystical tropical drink for couples, it is the most preferred Hawaiian drink among couples and groups. Officially known to be the “true bred” Hawaiian cocktail recipe, it contains a mix of Hawaiian classics- Coconut rum, banana liqueur, coffee extracts and citrus extracts. 

Popular versions of Bahama Mama cocktail feature orange juice, pineapple syrup, raspberry and grenadine. It’s the freshly extracted coconut milk that gives Bahama Mama its iconic mushy and smooth touch.

3.  Blue Hawaii:

Perfectly named, Blue Hawaii is never short of making stories. Followed by adults for its enriching flavour, this cocktail recipe features an enigmatic twist of tropical rum, pineapple juice, Curacao and vodka. Cream of coconut is added, like in most Hawaiian recipes to give it a luscious appeal. 

Its signature blue hue is attributed to the used of Blue Curacaosyrup. It is served with garnished mint and sliced pineapple, topped by a singleton cherry.

4.  Mimosa Hawaii:

A juicy punch with cocktail base, Mimosa derives its name from the exotic flower. A sweet flavour is what draws regular drinkers towards Mimosa. Created by dousing pints of pineapple juice and apricot nectar into champagne, it is served in orange juice base giving it a rather spicy aroma. The perfect pool party member, Mimosa Hawaii is not just popular in the island resorts but also on some of the best airline services. 

5.  Strawberry Daiquiri:

Rums and lot of fruity extracts, that’s Daiquiri Hawaiian cocktail for you. A Strawberry Daiquiri is served with a pack of crushed ice, blended with lime and orange liqueur. If white rum and ripe strawberries don’t sound too sweet, this cocktail has oodles of powdered and caramelised sugar. Served with chicken BBQ and shrimp fries, Daiquiri is the basic tropical drink in every Hawaiian food menu.

6.  Kamaaina:

A gin and coconut syrup classic, Kamaaina cocktail is available in selected versions in Hawaiian mainland resorts. Prepared by adding ½ ounce of Triple Sec and lemon juice, it is bubbled up using Seven-Up or soda and pineapple liqueur. Garnishing is done with cherry and ripe pineapple slice.

They may not be sparkling like wines, but you can definitely the rawness running through your tongue and throat like no other drink.