Australian Virgin

May 31, 2023May 31, 20230 0

Refreshing Australian Virgin cocktail perfect for hot summer days

by The Chefin Cocktail

Prep

5 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

5 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

191

Sugar

22g

Fat

The Australian Virgin cocktail is a twist on the traditional Virgin Pina Colada, with the addition of dark rum and cherry syrup. This cocktail has become popular in Australia and New Zealand due to its refreshing taste and fruity flavour. It's perfect for outdoor gatherings with friends and family during the summer months.

Instructions

1.	Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
2.	Add in the dark rum, cherry syrup, white wine, and pineapple juice.
3.	Shake well for 10-15 seconds.
4.	Strain into a glass over ice.
5.	Garnish with a maraschino cherry and enjoy!

PROS

The Australian Virgin cocktail is a refreshing and fruity drink, perfect for hot summer days.

The combination of rum, cherry, white wine and pineapple creates a unique and delicious flavour.

CONS

This cocktail contains alcohol and should be consumed in moderation.

It’s also high in sugar content due to the use of cherry syrup and pineapple juice.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this cocktail doesn’t necessarily have any direct health benefits, it can be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
When consumed in moderation, alcohol has been linked to reducing the risk of heart disease and stroke.

	1 ounce dark rum
	1/2 ounce cherry syrup
	2 ounces white wine , not sweet
	3 ounces pineapple juice
	1 maraschino cherry
	ice