From classic margaritas to Tiki cocktails, summer sippers feel fun, festive, and a little fruity. Even if the beach waves are far from that backyard pool, many people use food and beverages to capture that tropical vibe. The new Smirnoff Electric Guava is that spirit that celebrates both vibrant flavor and ambiance.
Guava has surged in popularity over the years. While pineapple infused its juiciness into many beverages at the start of Spring, the tropical guava has a more nuanced taste. Often a popular choice in desserts, the flavor works equally as well in beverages.
With new, limited edition Smirnoff Electric Guava is a creative offering with a little surprise in its flavor profile. While the juicy, tangy fruit is front and center, the hint of ginger makes this offering a little swicy. Although not the heat from a pepper, the lift from the ginger entices another sip. Similar to how ginger beer balances a great cocktail, that ginger note in the vodka creates that finish.
While there are plenty of ways to enjoy this new Smirnoff spirit, the liquor brand offered a specialty cocktail to highlight its uniqueness. Here’s how to make an Electric Guava Fizz.
Electric Guava Fizz
Ingredients:
1.5 oz Smirnoff Electric Guava
3 oz Lemonade
1.5 oz Club soda
Garnish: Lemon wheel
Directions:
Pour the ingredients into a highball glass filled with ice. Gently stir. Garnish with a lemon wheel
This cocktail is perfect for summer because it is a touch tart, a little sweet, and finishes with the subtle spice. The lemonade works well, but a limeade or even a flavored sparkling water could be nice.
When pairing this spirit with food, a spice forward dish would work. For example, a jerk chicken skewer with some rice and piegon peas is a great option. Also, a Puerto Rican mofungo would be delicious.
Smirnoff Electric Guava is available now for a limited time. It has a 25% ABV and is sold in a 750mL bottle. Check with retailers for availability and pricing.