Pepe’s Afternoon is a fruity, creamy long drink that combines Blanco Tequila with exotic flavors. The blend of sweet banana, tangy passion fruit, and creamy coconut makes it the perfect drink for warm days. Light yet full of character – ideal if you want something more than a simple fruit cocktail without giving up alcohol. The grenadine gives the whole thing a gentle sweetness and a beautiful color.
And this is what you need for the Pepe’s Afternoon
4 cl Blanco Tequila
2 cl Crème de Banane
1 cl coconut syrup
1 cl grenadine
2 cl lime juice
12 cl passion fruit nectar
Ice cubes for shaking and serving
Garnish: fruit skewer (e.g., passion fruit, banana, pineapple)
This is what matters
The trick is in the timing of the grenadine: If you add it directly to the shaker, it mixes evenly and gently colors the drink pink. If you prefer it more intense, you can carefully let the grenadine run into the glass after straining – this creates a nice color gradient. It’s important that the passion fruit nectar is fresh; pasteurized juice quickly loses its aroma. If you use fresh passion fruit, strain the pulp through a fine sieve to remove the seeds and measure the amount with a measuring cup.
Variations
- Pepe’s Sunset — Replace the Crème de Banane with 2 cl mango syrup and reduce the passion fruit nectar to 8 cl. Add 4 cl pineapple juice. The drink becomes fruitier and less creamy, but just as refreshing.
- Pepe’s Spice — Add 1 dash of Angostura Bitter to the shaker and replace the grenadine with 1 cl agave syrup. The bitterness rounds off the sweetness and gives the drink a slightly spicy note.
Frequently asked questions
Can I prepare the drink without alcohol?
Yes, replace the Blanco Tequila with 4 cl alcohol-free agave syrup or simply more passion fruit nectar. The taste remains similar, only the alcoholic sharpness is missing.
Why does my drink taste watery?
This happens if the ice was in the shaker for too long or was too small. Use large ice cubes and shake only until the shaker is cold. Alternatively, you can serve the drink with crushed ice in the glass and stir briefly.
Can I use fresh banana instead of Crème de Banane?
Yes, but puree half a ripe banana with 1 cl sugar syrup and 1 cl water before adding it to the shaker. Fresh banana gives more texture, but less intense sweetness.
