🍍 Pacifica Sunset Freeze: A Frozen Mocktail for Grown-Ups

Pacifica Sunset Freeze is a refreshing frozen California mocktail made with pineapple, fresh orange juice, tangerine juice, pineapple sherbet, coconut water, and ice. This tropical non-alcoholic summer drink is perfect for beach days, backyard parties, picnics, barbecues, and warm-weather entertaining.

Easily transformed into a cocktail with white rum or coconut rum, this vibrant frozen beverage delivers bright citrus flavors and island-inspired refreshment in every sip. Visit Tré Taylor's Nomad Kitchen for more delicious California-inspired recipes, cocktails, mocktails, and summer entertaining ideas. https://www.tretaylor.com

A California Coastal Mocktail from The Nomad Kitchen

There is something magical about summer evenings on the Northern California coast.

The ocean breeze cools the air, the sky begins to glow shades of gold, peach, and pink, and for a few perfect moments it feels like time slows down.

The Pacifica Sunset Freeze was inspired by those evenings.

Part tropical vacation, part old-fashioned ice cream parlor treat, and completely refreshing, this frozen mocktail combines sweet pineapple, fresh citrus, creamy pineapple sherbet, and just enough sparkle to make every sip feel like a celebration.

The best part?

It's completely alcohol-free and perfect for everyone to enjoy.

For those looking to turn happy hour into a tropical getaway, simply add a splash of white rum or coconut rum and you've got an effortless summer cocktail worthy of a beachside sunset.

Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue, enjoying a picnic by the ocean, or simply relaxing after a long day, this bright and cheerful frozen drink brings a little California sunshine to every glass.

Yield

2 large frozen mocktails

Preparation Time

5 minutes

Total Time

5 minutes

Ingredients

For the Pacifica Sunset Freeze

• 1 cup frozen pineapple chunks

• ½ cup fresh orange juice

• ½ cup fresh tangerine juice

• 2 generous scoops pineapple sherbet

• ¼ cup coconut water

• 1 cup ice

Optional Tropical Cocktail Version

• 1½ ounces white rum per serving

or

• 1½ ounces coconut rum per serving

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Directions

1. Add frozen pineapple, orange juice, tangerine juice, pineapple sherbet, coconut water, and ice to a blender.

2. Blend until smooth, thick, and frosty.

3. Taste and adjust sweetness if desired.

4. Pour into chilled hurricane glasses, stemmed goblets, or your favorite summer glassware.

5. Garnish and serve immediately.

Garnish Ideas

🍍 Pineapple wedge

🍊 Tangerine wheel

🌺 Edible flower

🌿 Fresh mint sprig

A colorful garnish makes this drink look like a tropical vacation in a glass.

Nomad Kitchen Notes

• Fresh squeezed citrus makes all the difference.

• Tangerines add a softer sweetness than standard orange juice.

• Pineapple sherbet gives the drink its creamy texture without feeling heavy.

• For a lighter version, substitute sparkling water for some of the coconut water.

• Freeze pineapple chunks ahead of time so the drink stays thick and frosty.

The Nomad Kitchen Philosophy

Some recipes are about technique.

Others are about creating a moment.

The Pacifica Sunset Freeze is one of those moments.

Good friends.

A beautiful view.

A summer breeze.

And something cold and delicious in your hand while the sun slips beneath the horizon.

That's a pretty good recipe for happiness.

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— Tré Taylor & Bleep the Tattoo™ 🌴