How to Make Sugarcane Passion Fruit Juice: Easy Refreshing Recipe

TL;DR

Sugarcane passion fruit juice is easy: mix ~180ml sugarcane juice with 1-2 passion fruits, add ice for a cool sweet-tangy drink better than the shop version.

What is sugarcane passion fruit juice?

Sugarcane passion fruit juice is a refreshing drink that blends the naturally clean sweetness of sugarcane juice with the fragrant tang of passion fruit. It belongs to the popular family of fruit-mixed sugarcane drinks enjoyed every summer in Vietnam.

Its appeal lies in balance: sugarcane juice is richly sweet, and adding passion fruit brings a gentle sour layer and a distinctive aroma, making the drink less cloying while staying cool and refreshing.

This is a completely NON-ALCOHOLIC drink, suitable for all ages and easy to make at home with just a few basic ingredients. Many people find the homemade version tastier and cleaner than shop-bought because you control the sweetness and the amount of ice.

Ingredients for sugarcane passion fruit juice (for 1-2 glasses)

Sugarcane juice: about 150-200ml. Use fresh sugarcane juice pressed the same day to keep its clean sweetness and aroma.

Passion fruit: 1-2 ripe fruits. Choose fruits with slightly wrinkled skin that feel heavy in the hand, which means juicy and fragrant.

Ice cubes: about one full cup when poured, depending on how cold you want it.

Optional for balancing: 1-2 calamansi limes or a little sugar syrup if you want to adjust the sweet-sour ratio.

Tools: a knife, a spoon, a strainer (if you dislike seeds), a glass of about 350-500ml and a stirring spoon.

A fresh orange-yellow passion fruit drink, ingredient for sugarcane passion fruit juice — Ảnh: Shameel Mukkath / Pexels

How to make sugarcane passion fruit juice (step by step)

Step 1 — Prepare the passion fruit: cut the passion fruit in half and use a spoon to scoop the yellow pulp and seeds into a glass or large cup.

Step 2 — Strain the seeds (optional): if you dislike seeds, pass the pulp through a strainer and press gently with a spoon to extract the juice, discarding the seeds. Keep them whole if you want a pretty look.

Tips for the tastiest sugarcane passion fruit juice

Tame the sharp sourness: passion fruit is quite sour, so start with one fruit and increase gradually, balancing against the sugarcane sweetness rather than adding a lot at once.

Pick fresh sugarcane juice: freshly pressed juice is fragrant and cleanly sweet; juice left too long turns sour and loses flavor, making the drink less pleasant.

Strain or keep the seeds: keeping a few passion fruit seeds makes the glass look attractive and gives a fun crunch; for crowds or young children, strain some out for easier drinking.

Balance the flavor: a common reference ratio is about 150-200ml sugarcane juice per 1-2 passion fruits; add calamansi or a little syrup to fine-tune sweetness and sourness to taste.

Serve cold: this drink is best very cold; serve immediately after mixing and avoid leaving it too long as melting ice dilutes the flavor.

Variations and serving at events

Sugarcane passion fruit with calamansi: squeeze in 1-2 calamansi limes for a fresh sour layer and zesty aroma, great for those who like a bolder taste.

Sugarcane passion fruit soda: replace some ice with soda water or top the drink with soda for a fun fizz, turning it into an eye-catching refreshing mocktail.

Fruit mix: within the fruit-mixed sugarcane family, you can try adding pineapple or orange for variety, creating a more diverse drink menu.

For events and welcome drink bars: sugarcane passion fruit juice is a non-alcoholic option that photographs beautifully, suits most palates and serves all ages, making it perfect as a welcome drink for weddings, birthdays or brand activations. If you need a mobile bar or a beverage counter served by a bartender at your event, explore the service packages at /services and book a consultation at /book to set up a menu matched to your guest count.

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

How long does sugarcane passion fruit juice keep?

Drink it right after mixing to keep it fresh; if you must refrigerate it, use it within the day, since sugarcane juice spoils and loses flavor when stored too long.

What ratio of sugarcane juice to passion fruit is right?

A common reference is about 150-200ml sugarcane juice per 1-2 passion fruits, then taste and adjust the sweetness and sourness to your own preference.

How many calories are in sugarcane passion fruit juice?

The calorie count depends on the amount of sugarcane juice and added sugar, so there is no fixed number; for a lighter drink, reduce the sugarcane juice, add more passion fruit and limit added sugar.

How do I reduce the sharp sourness?

Start with one passion fruit, balance it with the existing sweetness of the sugarcane juice, and add a little syrup or calamansi gradually until it suits your taste.

Can sugarcane passion fruit juice be served at events?

Absolutely, it is a non-alcoholic drink that works well as a welcome drink; bartender.com.vn can set up a mobile bar served on site. See the service packages at /services and book at /book.