Sugarfree Chilli Pine Splash ~ Super summer cooler

Like I mentioned in my post on Sugarfree Ginger Mocktail, hubby has an eclectic eye for mocktails . Today too, is one of his creations and I happily got clicking as the drink was getting ready.. Contrast to the rest of the country (and probably the world too, barring Australia/NZ), Mumbai experiences a very hot , dry & humid October - almost more severe than the main summery months of Mar/May. This cooler too is sugar free, and yes doesn't contain any honey too - the 'kick' (not literally) to this drink comes from the bombastic combo of chillies (jalapenos) and pineapple , but you can also play around with most seasonal fruits to make this more interesting. Addition of sugar / honey is optional, although ensure you have loads of ice and very fresh fruits - to make this a very refreshing drink. You may also serve at your place for guests /potlucks  and i can assure you it would be a super hit !


Sending this to Blogging Marathon Day 4 and also Susan's BWW


Prep time : 5 - 8 minutes. No cooking ! Serves : 2 adults

Ingredients:

• Pineapple chunks - 2 cups - I used fresh. If using canned,drain and use.
• Apple - 1 medium (peeled and cubed)
• Ripe Guava - 1/2 no
• Green chilli - 1 no OR jalapeno (red n firm) - 2 small
• Ginger - 1/2 inch
• Black salt - 1 tsp
• White pepper - a dash
• Ice - 1 cup (crushed ice, preferred)
• Fresh mint leaves - few - optional

Method:
1) First puree pineapple, apple with half the ice quantity.
2) De-seed and finely shred the chillies into small bits.
3) Add the chillies, salt, white pepper, ginger and rest of the ice to the fruit puree and pulse for 3 - 5 minutes. Add extra water as required (you may not need any) and run the juicer.

4) Strain the mocktail and add a few sprigs of fresh mint (if using) and serve immediately in tall glasses.