Barsys
Solar Flare
About
The Solar Flare cocktail is built for intensity. Bright, sharp, and unapologetically energetic, this drink leans into the natural acidity of passion fruit and stretches it with the warming spice of ginger beer. The result is a high-voltage refresher that feels both tropical and structured, bold but controlled.
Passion fruit juice delivers immediate tartness and aromatic depth. It’s vibrant and mouthwatering, setting the tone from the first sip. Apple juice steps in to round out the acidity, adding subtle sweetness and soft orchard notes that prevent the drink from becoming overly sharp. Ginger beer completes the circuit, bringing heat, effervescence, and length to the finish. That spicy lift transforms what could be a simple fruit blend into something dynamic and layered.
Served in a rocks glass over a single large clear cube, Solar Flare maintains its edge as it slowly opens up. The large ice controls dilution, keeping the flavors tight and focused. A fresh apple slice garnish reinforces the fruit profile while adding a crisp visual contrast.
This is not a mellow drink. The Solar Flare cocktail is bright, assertive, and designed to wake up the palate. It’s perfect for warm afternoons, lively gatherings, or any moment that calls for something refreshing with a little spark.
Shaken or Stirred? Shaken, then topped. Shaking integrates the juices and chills the drink properly, while topping with ginger beer preserves spice and carbonation.
What You'll Need
For one Solar Flare Cocktail:
- 1.5 oz passion fruit juice
- 1 oz apple juice
- 1 Large clear ice cube
Glass: Rocks glass
Garnish: Apple slice and Ginger beer, to top
Pro Tip: Use fresh or high-quality passion fruit juice. Its acidity defines the drink, so balance is key.
How to Make It
Prep Time: 3 minutes
Skill Level: Easy
- Add passion fruit juice and apple juice to a shaker filled with ice.
- Shake until well-chilled.
- Strain into a rocks glass over one large clear cube.
- Top with ginger beer.
- Garnish with a fresh apple slice.
Using Barsys Cocktail Maker?
Solar Flare is best prepared using the Barsys Coaster 2.0 Cocktail Maker, which ensures precise measurements while allowing proper shaking and controlled topping. Juice-forward cocktails depend on balance and dilution, and the Coaster 2.0 keeps the ratios accurate while preserving hands-on technique for the ginger beer finish.
For the full recipe, download the Barsys App.
Tasting Notes
The Barsys Edge
Juice-heavy drinks with ginger beer can easily swing too sharp or too sweet. Barsys Coaster 2.0 ensures exact measurements every time, keeping Solar Flare balanced, vibrant, and consistently refreshing.
Sip Setting
Solar Flare shines in warm weather and high-energy settings. It’s ideal for outdoor gatherings, daytime events, or any moment when you want a drink that feels bright, bold, and alive.
Garnish Game
A simple apple slice adds crisp visual appeal and reinforces the orchard note that rounds out the passion fruit. Clean, intentional, and vibrant.
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FAQs
What is the Solar Flare cocktail?
Solar Flare is a juice-based cocktail made with passion fruit juice, apple juice, and ginger beer. It’s tart, tropical, and lightly spicy.
Is Solar Flare sweet?
It’s more tart than sweet. Apple juice adds balance, while ginger beer provides spice and lift.
Can I make this cocktail ahead of time?
You can pre-batch the juices. Add ginger beer just before serving.
Does ginger beer overpower the passion fruit?
No. It enhances and elongates the fruit’s brightness without masking it.
Can I serve this without ice?
It’s best served over a large clear cube to maintain structure and control dilution.