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This tropical passion fruit martini brings bright, juicy flavor and a touch of elegance to any occasion. Made with passion fruit liqueur, puree and vanilla vodka, this cocktail is smooth, fruity and perfectly balanced with just the right amount of sweetness. It’s a quick shake-and-pour drink that’s perfect for summer gatherings, date nights or happy hour at home. Add a sugar-rimmed glass and a tangerine garnish, and you’ve got a cocktail that looks as impressive as it tastes.
Passion fruit martini is fruity, smooth and super easy to shake up. With liqueur, puree and vanilla vodka, it’s the perfect tropical cocktail for summer sipping.
You might also enjoy these strawberry lemonade jello shots or this elderflower mojito. Raspberry bourbon smash is also delicious.
Why You’ll Love It
Fast to make: Just shake, strain and serve. It couldn’t be easier!
Fruity and smooth: Passion fruit and vanilla pair beautifully for a tropical twist.
Perfect for parties: Great for serving guests or elevating happy hour.
Customizable garnish: Sugar rim and tangerine slice make it Instagram-ready.
Passion Fruit Martini Ingredients
A complete list of ingredients and amounts can be found in the recipe card below.
Passion fruit liqueur: Adds sweetness and concentrated tropical flavor.
Passion fruit purée: Boosts the fruitiness and gives the drink body.
Sweet and sour cocktail mix: Adds a citrusy tang and balances the sweetness.
Vanilla vodka: Brings smooth, creamy notes that complement the passion fruit.
Tangerine slice: A fresh, citrusy garnish that ties the flavors together.
Honey: Helps the sugar stick to the rim for a sweet finish.
Granulated sugar: Adds sparkle and a touch of texture to the rim.
How to Make a Passion Fruit Martini Cocktail
For more detailed instructions with weights and measurements, jump to the printable recipe card.
Prepare the shaker: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
Mix the cocktail: Add passion fruit liqueur, puree, sweet n sour and vanilla vodka.
Shake and strain: Shake well, then strain into a martini glass.
Garnish the rim: Brush the rim with honey, dip in sugar and garnish with a tangerine slice.
Substitutions and Variations
Use regular vodka: If vanilla vodka isn’t available, plain vodka works too.
Try a different puree: Mango or guava puree can be used for a new twist.
Make it mocktail: Swap alcohol for passion fruit juice and lemonade.
Serving Suggestions
With savory bites: Enjoy your passion fruit cocktail with million dollar deviled eggs and boiled peanuts.
With something sweet: Treat your taste buds to these pistachio chocolate chip cookies, some hummingbird cupcakes or love bug cake balls.
How to Store Passion Fruit Martinis
Store: Keep the drink refrigerated and in a sealed bottle and serve within a couple of days. You’ll need to give it a good shake beforehand, in case the mixture has separated.
Freeze: I recommend making the drink fresh for the best flavor.
Top Tips
Use plenty of ice: This chills the drink quickly and creates a smoother sip.
Shake vigorously: A good shake blends the flavors and adds slight froth.
Chill your glass: A cold martini glass keeps the drink crisp and refreshing.
Passion Fruit Martini Cocktail FAQs
No, but it adds a fun, sweet touch and looks great for serving.
I love the honey, sugar and tangerine garnish but there are other ways to garnish this vodka passionfruit mixed drink. You might like to float half a fresh passion fruit in the cocktail. A sprig of basil, citrus wedges, wheels or twists, and skewered cocktail cherries would also work.
1. Did you know that passion fruit is technically a berry and not a fruit? There are only 17 calories in one fruit and the crunchy dark seeds are completely edible.
2. Passion fruit boasts plenty of vitamins A, B and C in addition to iron, calcium, sodium, and phosphorus, making it very nutritious.
3. This fruit isn’t just great for summer drinks like a fruity martini. It’s also reputed to have calming, anxiety-relieving properties.
4. It’s native to Brazil and Brazil grows more passion fruit than anywhere else. They also eat more passion fruit than anyone else!
5. Yellow passion fruit is the preferred type in Brazil and has a more sour flavor than purple passion fruits which are the most popular kind in the US since they are sweeter.
Passion Fruit Martini Cocktail Recipe
Passion Fruit Martini
Ingredients
- 2 Ounces passion fruit liqueur, such as Passoa
- 2 Ounces passion fruit purée
- 1 Ounces sweet 'n sour cocktail mix
- 1 Ounce vanilla vodka, such as Absolut Vanilla
To Garnish
- 1/2 Slice tangerine
- 1/2 Teaspoon honey
- granulated sugar
Instructions
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
- Pour the passion fruit liqueur, passion fruit puree, sweet n sour, and vanilla vodka into the cocktail shaker.
- Cover and shake vigorously for 10 to 15 seconds. This will chill the drink and blend the flavors together which will make the martini smoother.
- Strain into a martini glass.
Optional Garnish
- Trace the rim of your glass with honey
- Pour sugar onto a plate, then dip the rim into the sugar. The honey should be completely covered with the sugar- this will prevent a sticky mess and gives the drink a deliciously cute finishing touch.
- Garnish with a slice of tangerine.
Notes
Shake vigorously: A good shake blends the flavors and adds slight froth.
Chill your glass: A cold martini glass keeps the drink crisp and refreshing.
Nutrition
This passion fruit martini is everything a summer cocktail should be—bright, flavorful and easy to make. The combination of tropical fruit, smooth vanilla vodka and sweet citrus makes it a drink you’ll want to come back to again and again. Whether you’re relaxing solo or mixing drinks for a crowd, this cocktail brings instant island vibes with very little effort. With its vibrant color and refreshing taste, this fruity martini is a crowd-pleaser that always delivers.
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Bella Bucchiotti is a Canadian-based syndicated food, travel, and lifestyle writer, photographer, and creator at xoxoBella. She founded xoxoBella in 2015, where she shares her love for food, dogs, sustainability, fitness, crafts, outdoor adventures, travel, and philanthropy to encourage others to run the extra mile, try new recipes, visit unfamiliar places, and stand for a cause. Bella creates stress-free and family-friendly recipes for weeknight dinners and festive feasts.
This is beautiful! Off to buy some passion fruit to make this one.