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Tropical Soda (Cola) Float

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Alcoholic Cocktail Collins Glass 4 ingredients

Recipe

  • 2 oz Triple Sec
  • 2 oz Parrot Bay Coconut Rum
  • 1/2 oz Sweet and Sour Mix
  • top off with Soda (Cola)

Instructions

Inventor: Matthew Muckey of Southern CA Origin: My kitchen I ran out of Coca Cola and Gin to make my long islands and I was in the mood with something a little sweeter and devised this concoction. I started out as just Triple Sec and Soda (Cola) and soon the coctail was made. My friends like the way the alcohol seems to sneek onto the pallete late. I like the visual dark to clear separation between the liqueurs and the Soda (Cola) so I started serving the drink separated to let people Mix it themselves. If someone has a better name for this drink let me know...I'm new to this drink invention thing and dont feel I have a very confident the name does the cocktail justice.Served in the collins glass (14oz), fill glass 3/4 with ice, then add the Triple Sec, then add the Coconut Rum, then the Sweet and Sour. Float the Soda (Cola) right on top. Serve with a straw and garnish with an thin slice of Orange Peel. Let the drinker enjoy the color separation and Mix with the straw.

About Tropical Soda (Cola) Float

The Tropical Soda (Cola) Float is a refreshing and vibrant cocktail that combines the sweet and tangy flavors of Triple Sec and Parrot Bay Coconut Rum with a hint of citrus from the Sweet and Sour Mix. This delightful concoction is topped off with a fizzy splash of cola, creating a perfect balance of tropical and classic soda flavors. The cocktail offers a harmonious blend of orange, coconut, and citrus notes, making it a perfect choice for those who enjoy a tropical twist on their drinks.

The origins of the Tropical Soda (Cola) Float are not well-documented, but it likely emerged as a creative take on the traditional soda float, popularized in the 19th century. The addition of coconut rum and Triple Sec adds a modern, tropical flair to this classic concept. It's a drink that caters to those looking to enjoy a taste of the tropics while indulging in the nostalgic, effervescent experience of a soda float. This cocktail is perfect for warm weather gatherings or as a refreshing treat at any time of the year.

This cocktail is alcoholic, so drink responsibly! Best served in a Collins Glass, though any glass works!

Feel free to get creative with substitutions — try different fruit types, sugar substitutes, or liquor brands. Crafting cocktails should be fun!

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This drink uses 4 core ingredients. Click any ingredient to find more drinks featuring it:

  1. Triple Sec
  2. Rum (Flavored)
  3. Sweet and Sour Mix
  4. Soda (Cola)

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