Cocktail recipe

Yuzu Paloma Pop recipe.

A characterful cocktail built around bourbon, strawberry syrup and passionfruit juice, finished with a clean, memorable lift.

Cocktail recipe 5 mins Mocktail option

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Yuzu Paloma Pop

Description

Yuzu Paloma Pop is built around bourbon, strawberry syrup, passionfruit juice, giving it a clear identity from the first sip. It belongs to the bright agave family of drinks, where citrus, salt and fruit can make tequila or mezcal feel sharp, sunny and sociable.

What makes it great is the balance: the base brings structure, the fruit or aromatic element gives personality, and the chilled serve keeps everything crisp. It has enough theatre for a cocktail menu but remains simple enough for a confident home bartender.

This is a strong choice for guests who like familiar cocktail logic but want a serve that feels more personal and memorable.

Ingredients

40 ml Bourbon
20 ml Strawberry syrup
20 ml Passionfruit Juice
15 ml citrus juice
10 ml Sugar syrup
Ice

Equipment needed

Cocktail Shaker – Used to chill, dilute and integrate the cocktail before serving. Fine Mesh Strainer – Use for a polished double-strain when citrus, fruit or herbs are shaken.

Instructions

Add the liquid ingredients to a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
Shake hard for 12 to 15 seconds until the drink is properly chilled.
Fine strain into the prepared glass over fresh ice or served straight up.
Garnish to echo the main flavour and serve immediately.

Recommended glassware

Lowball Glass

Lowball Glass (recommended)

A short, sturdy glass for spirit-forward cocktails served over ice.

180–300 ml Short, wide, heavy-bottomed tumbler.

Best for: Old Fashioned, Negroni, Boulevardier, Whiskey Sour over ice, Rusty Nail.

Garnish: Great for orange twists, cherries, and large clear ice cubes.

Coupe Glass

Coupe Glass

An elegant stemmed glass for shaken or stirred cocktails served up.

Useful alternative if the primary glass is not available.

120–240 ml Stemmed glass with a broad shallow bowl.

Best for: Daiquiri, Sidecar, Manhattan served up, Gimlet, Clover Club.

Garnish: Great for expressed citrus peels, cherries, and small edible flowers.

Quick facts

5 mins Easy Approx. 16% ABV 0.3 units 255 kcal Fresh ice Mocktail option

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