Bahia Breeze Recipe

Trim and measure

Peel, core, and roughly chop fresh pineapple until you have about 2 cups. Juice 2 medium limes to yield approximately 60 ml (about 1/4 cup). Pick and lightly rinse 12 fresh mint leaves; pat dry.

Place the chopped pineapple, lime juice, and mint leaves into the blender. Reserve 2 mint leaves and two lime wheels/wedges for garnish.

Add 240 ml cold water and 30 ml simple syrup (or agave) to the blender with the pineapple, lime juice, and mint. Add half of the ice (about 1 cup) if you want a slushier texture while blending; otherwise blend without ice for a smoother, less frosty finish.

Secure lid and blend on high for 30–45 seconds, or until pineapple is fully pureed and mint is evenly distributed. Stop and scrape down the sides once if needed. Taste and adjust sweetness by adding up to another 15 ml simple syrup if desired.

If you prefer a smoother drink without pulp, place a fine-mesh strainer over a pitcher or bowl and pour the blended mixture through it, pressing gently with a spoon to extract liquid. Discard solids. If you prefer full fruit texture, skip this step.

Fill two serving glasses with the remaining ice (about 1 cup split between glasses). Divide the Bahia Breeze between the glasses. Garnish each with a reserved lime wheel/wedge and a small mint sprig. Optionally slap the mint lightly between your palms before garnishing to release aroma.

Serve immediately with a straw. Stir once before drinking if the mixture has settled.