Sip on Paradise: The Sweet and Tangy World of Passion Fruit Juice

Consider the sweet tangy taste of passion fruit juice. The passion fruit (Passiflora edulis) is a highly popular fruit in Trinidad and Tobago, beloved for its unique flavour and versatility in culinary applications. The fruit, which is indigenous to South America, is widely cultivated in the Caribbean and is commonly used to make a variety of beverages, including juice, wine, and cocktails. Its distinctive tartness and sweetness make it a popular ingredient in many local dishes, from desserts to savoury stews.

One of the most common ways to use passion fruit is to make juice or wine. In Trinidad and Tobago, passion fruit wine is a popular alcoholic beverage that is often served at social events and gatherings. However, it is important to note that despite its fruity taste, passion fruit wine can be quite strong and intoxicating. As with all alcoholic beverages, it should be consumed in moderation.

Prep Time: 3minutes 

Cook Time: 15minutes 

Total Time: 18minutes 

Course: Drink

Cuisine: Caribbean, Fusion

Ingredients

  • 4 yellow passion fruits
  • 1/2 tsp Angostura Bitters
  • about 3 cups water divided
  • Sugar to taste about 4 tbsp.

Instructions

  1. Scrape out the seeds, using a spoon, into a bowl
  2. Add a little water (1/4 cup) and whisk until the pulp separates.
  3. Strain the seeds while pouring into a large mug.
  4. Add water about 2 cups, bitters and sugar to taste and sweeten. Serve chilled

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Passion Fruit Juice

Prep Time3 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time18 minutes
Course: Drink
Cuisine: Caribbean, Fusion
Calories:
Author: Felix (Simply Trini Cooking)

Ingredients

  • 4 yellow passion fruits
  • 1/2 tsp Angostura Bitters
  • about 3 cups water divided
  • Sugar to taste about 4 tbsp.

Instructions

  • Scrape out the seeds, using a spoon, into a bowl
  • Add a little water (1/4 cup) and whisk until the pulp separates.
  • Strain the seeds while pouring into a large mug.
  • Add water about 2 cups, bitters and sugar to taste and sweeten. Serve chilled

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