Crimson Milk Wave | Milk Wash
The passion of passion fruit meets the romance of dragon fruit, and the milk wash makes everything smooth and gentle. The pink liquor body resembles a tropical evening—vibrant yet relaxing.
- Flavor
- Crimson Milk Wave perfectly blends tropical fruits with milk wash techniques. The milk-washed white rum becomes exceptionally smooth and gentle, eliminating the harshness of strong spirits. Dragon fruit brings a delicate tropical fruit aroma and a natural pink hue, with a fresh and slightly sweet taste that is not overly intense. Passion fruit syrup adds the unique sweet and tangy aroma of passion fruit and a touch of exotic charm. Coconut water provides a refreshing coconut scent and a subtle milkiness, complementing the smooth texture after the milk wash, akin to sipping a chilled coconut drink on a tropical beach. The acidity of the lemon juice is significantly softened by the milk wash, leaving a bright and fresh sensation without any sharpness. The overall taste is silky, fruity, and refreshing, with layers of tropical flavors from dragon fruit, passion fruit, and coconut, and a hint of milkiness. The pink hue of the liquor is dreamy and inviting, visually and taste-wise, it exudes a girly and vacation vibe. The finish is fresh and lingering, with tropical fruit aromas that persist, like pink waves gently lapping at the tongue. This is a perfect cocktail for a summer afternoon, a girls' get-together, or a romantic date.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Glassware
- Highball Glass / Collins Glass
Ingredients
7 ingredients
Method
- 01
Prepare half a fresh red-fleshed dragon fruit (about 50g), peel and cut into small pieces, then blend or mash with a fork to a pulp, and strain to obtain dragon fruit juice (about 40-50ml), reserving some pulp for texture.
- 02
In a shaker, add 45ml milk-washed white rum, dragon fruit juice/pulp, 10ml passion fruit syrup, 5-10ml simple syrup (adjust according to the sweetness of the dragon fruit), 60ml coconut water, and 15ml lemon juice.
- 03
Add 120ml milk. You will see a slight curdling reaction between the milk and the acidic ingredients (lemon juice, passion fruit), which is a key step in the milk wash.
- 04
Add ice to the shaker until it is 2/3 full, and secure the lid.
- 05
Shake vigorously for 20-25 seconds to ensure the dragon fruit, milk, and other ingredients are fully emulsified, shaking until the outside of the shaker is frosty and cold.
- 06
Carefully strain the liquid using a double filtration system (coarse strainer + fine coffee filter or pour-over filter) to remove milk curds, fruit fibers, and ice chips. The filtration process may take 2-3 minutes; be patient until you obtain a relatively clear pink liquid.
- 07
Pour the filtered liquid into a clean container, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes. During refrigeration, the milk wash continues, and the proteins will further settle, making the liquid even clearer and smoother.
- 08
After refrigeration, filter the liquid again with a fine strainer or coffee filter to remove any sediment, resulting in a clear, pink liquid.
- 09
⑨ Pour the liquid into a highball glass or Collins glass filled with fresh ice.
- 10
⑩ Optional garnish: Hang a thin slice of dragon fruit on the rim of the glass or sprinkle a few edible flower petals to add a romantic touch.
- 11
⑪ Serve immediately and enjoy this dreamy tropical milk-washed cocktail, reminiscent of a pink wave.
Know your pour
- What does it taste like?
- Crimson Milk Wave perfectly blends tropical fruits with milk wash techniques. The milk-washed white rum becomes exceptionally smooth and gentle, eliminating the harshness of strong spirits. Dragon fruit brings a delicate tropical fruit aroma and a natural pink hue, with a fresh and slightly sweet taste that is not overly intense. Passion fruit syrup adds the unique sweet and tangy aroma of passion fruit and a touch of exotic charm. Coconut water provides a refreshing coconut scent and a subtle milkiness, complementing the smooth texture after the milk wash, akin to sipping a chilled coconut drink on a tropical beach. The acidity of the lemon juice is significantly softened by the milk wash, leaving a bright and fresh sensation without any sharpness. The overall taste is silky, fruity, and refreshing, with layers of tropical flavors from dragon fruit, passion fruit, and coconut, and a hint of milkiness. The pink hue of the liquor is dreamy and inviting, visually and taste-wise, it exudes a girly and vacation vibe. The finish is fresh and lingering, with tropical fruit aromas that persist, like pink waves gently lapping at the tongue. This is a perfect cocktail for a summer afternoon, a girls' get-together, or a romantic date.
- Which glass should I use?
- Highball Glass / Collins Glass
- Is it beginner-friendly?
- Easy