Maui Breeze

Name: Maui Breeze Cocktail Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 oz Amaretto; 1/2 oz Triple Sec; 1/2 oz Brandy; 1/2 oz Simple Syrup; 1/2 oz Fresh lemon juice; 2 oz Fresh orange juice; 2 oz Guava juice; Pineapple spear, maraschino cherry [Garnish]

Maui Breeze is a tropical mixed drink combining amaretto, brandy, and triple sec with fresh orange, lemon, and guava juice, garnished with pineapple and cherry. It's a smooth, fruit-forward cocktail perfect for warm-weather entertaining.

🏷️Equipment: hurricane glass

Total

5 min

Servings

4

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$17–$28

Recipe Source

View original recipe

From Mr. Boston Drinks · by Mr. Boston Official Bartender's Guide

Ingredients

1/2 oz Amaretto
1/2 oz Triple Sec
1/2 oz Brandy

1/2 oz Simple Syrup

1/2 oz Fresh lemon juice

2 oz Fresh orange juice

2 oz Guava juice

Pineapple spear, maraschino cherry [Garnish]

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Instructions

1
Process ingredients in blender with 1 cup crushed ice until smooth.
2
Pour into hurricane glass.
3
Garnish with pineapple and cherry.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Use fresh-squeezed lemon and orange juice for brightness; bottled juice will mute the citrus balance.
Chill your glass before serving to keep the drink cold longer without excessive ice melt.
Shake vigorously for 10–12 seconds to properly chill and integrate the spirit and juice layers.
Spear the pineapple lengthwise and lay it across the rim rather than dropping it in, so it stays visible and aromatic.

Substitutions

Triple Sec → Cointreau or Grand Marnier (premium option)
Guava juice → Passion fruit juice or mango juice (tropical alternative)
Fresh orange juice → Tangerine or blood orange juice (deeper flavor)
Brandy → Cognac or Armagnac (more refined, higher proof)

Storage & make-ahead

Serve immediately after preparation. Pre-batched cocktail mix (without ice) keeps refrigerated up to 4 hours; shake with ice and garnish fresh when serving.

Equipment

cocktail shaker · jigger · bar strainer

Common Questions

Can I make Maui Breeze without triple sec?

Triple sec adds orange liqueur complexity. Cointreau works as a premium substitute, or omit it and increase fresh orange juice by 0.5 oz for a lighter version.

What type of brandy is best for this recipe?

Use a standard brandy or cognac. Avoid high-proof or aged varieties, which will overpower the fruit juices.

Can I batch this cocktail for a party?

Yes. Multiply all ingredients by the number of servings, mix in a pitcher, and chill. Add ice and garnish individually when serving.

Is this drink served shaken or stirred?

Shake all ingredients with ice for proper dilution and chilling, then strain into a glass over fresh ice.

Where can I find guava juice?

Check the tropical or juice aisle of most grocery stores, or use specialty markets. Guava nectar or frozen guava concentrate (thawed) are acceptable alternatives.