The Frozen Berkeley is a tropical frozen cocktail that combines light rum, brandy, passion fruit syrup, and fresh lemon juice into a smooth, refreshing drink. Its balance of citrus and fruit makes it ideal for warm weather entertaining.
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Process ingredients in blender with 1 cup crushed ice until smooth.
Pour into champagne flute.
Cocktails are best consumed immediately. Pre-batched liquid mix (spirits only, no ice or juice) keeps refrigerated up to 24 hours; add fresh juice and ice at service.
blender (if making frozen version) · bar spoon and mixing glass (if stirring chilled version) · jigger for accurate measuring
Passion fruit syrup is central to this drink's flavor profile. Substitute with passion fruit purée (1/2 oz) mixed with simple syrup, or use passion fruit liqueur, though the result will differ slightly.
The name suggests a frozen preparation, so blending with 1 cup ice is recommended for a slushy texture. If you prefer it stirred and chilled, serve over ice instead.
White or silver rum (like Bacardi or Havana Club) works best. Avoid dark or spiced rum as they overpower the delicate passion fruit and brandy flavors.
Mix the spirits and syrups ahead of time, but blend or stir with ice just before serving to prevent dilution and maintain proper texture.
A dry, neutral brandy or cognac (like VS grade) works well. Avoid overly sweet or fruit brandies that would compete with the passion fruit.
