11 tropical and tiki cocktails

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Tropical tiki cocktail recipes

Banana daiquiri

Even if the sun isn't shining where you are, transport yourself to a sunny beach with this tropical cocktail packed with fresh banana, white rum, lime juice and Cointreau. Love a daiquiri? Try our frozen strawberry daiquiri recipe next.

Mai tai

This classic tiki cocktail is a heady mix of two types of rum, orange curaçao, almond syrup and lime juice. It's the perfect balance of sweetness and sharp, tangy flavours. Perfect with a pineapple wedge as a fruity garnish.

Zombie

Like your cocktails intense? This tiki-style number comes packed with three types of rum, anise liqueur and Angostura bitters. Not for the faint of heart, the zombie is perfect for slow sipping. See our best easy rum cocktails for more ideas.

Pineapple and mint julep

A classic bourbon julep gets a tropical upgrade in this refreshing summer cocktail, perfect for barbecues and outdoor entertaining.

Singapore sling

This gin-based treat from Singapore is made with an array of exciting ingredients, including sweet cherry brandy and citrussy Cointreau. Top up with sparkling water and garnish with an obligatory maraschino cherry. Use up your bottle of Cointreau with more Cointreau cocktail recipes.

Piña colada

Best drunk on holiday, next to the pool, ideally from a hollowed out pineapple. This creamy drink is delightfully retro. Be careful not to use too much ice in the blending or you'll end up with a watery consistency. We've also got a virgin piña colada recipe for times when you're not drinking alcohol.

Tequila sunrise

Make this retro tequila cocktail to add a dose of fun and kitsch to your next party – the easy recipe can be mixed up in just two minutes. Try more tequila cocktail recipes next.

Dark and stormy punch

Want an easy rum punch recipe that guests can help themselves to? Check out this quick and easy summer cocktail recipe with tropical pineapple, zesty limes and fiery ginger to bring the heat.

Passion fruit caipirinha

A passion fruit twist on the punchy Brazilian cocktail, ideal for those warm summer evenings. For a classic passion fruit cocktail, shake up our passion fruit martini recipe next.

Seabreeze cocktail

You'll need cranberry vodka, two types of sherry and grapefruit juice for this refreshing cocktail, from Manzi's seafood restaurant in Soho.

Sunny side cocktail

This sunset-coloured cocktail comes from Milk Beach, a restaurant that serves Australian-inspired dishes in London’s Queen’s Park. You'll need chilli-infused rum for this recipe