Not many people are heading down to Walt Disney World in Florida right now, but honestly, we’re OK at home. Disney’s been releasing so many official recipes that we can practically eat our way through the parks from our couches, and between that and Disney+, we’re all set!
Except… now there’s a Disney-adjacent treat we never knew we needed, which combines two flawless things: it’s Dole whip beer. Here’s why this brew is a must-try for Disney fanatics.
It’s the Perfect Beer for Disney Fans
There’s a good reason Dole whip was one of the first recipes Disney released back in April, when everything was shutting down. It’s iconic. That’s why Dole Whip Sour exists, courtesy of First Magnitude Brewing Company in Gainesville, Florida.
It’s brewed using real Dole whip mix (so you know you’re getting the good stuff), pineapple puree and milk sugar, so it tastes exactly like that frozen treat beloved by millions of Disney fans around the world.
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According to the First Magnitude’s Instagram post, it “This beer is a creamy, dreamy sour that isn’t too sweet or tart, it’s just the right balance and is packed with pineapple goodness!”
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How Can I Try the Dole Whip Beer?
If you’re drooling over this brilliant brew, you—like us—will be saddened, but not surprised, to hear it’s sold out. And even when it was available, it was only available at First Magnitude’s drive-thru, so those of us outside Florida would have to make a pretty lengthy trip just to take a sip.
In the comments on the post, First Magnitude said Dole Whip Sour will “likely be back in the future.” So until then, we’ll be obsessively following their announcements and making Disney parks copycat recipes for ourselves at home.
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My beverage is so sensational it's like a taste of the tropics in a glass. The guava adds a touch of sweetness to this coconut drink. —Melanie Milhorat, New York, New York
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Pina Coladas
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Blueberry Mojitos
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Passion Fruit Hurricanes
This is our Test Kitchen’s version of the famous Hurricane beverage that's so popular in New Orleans. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Greendale, Wisconsin
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I created this with my favorite Bahamian juices. I got the inspiration for it from other Bahama punches I have sampled. —Pamela Vitti Knowles, Henderson, North Carolina
Mojito Slush
Whether you're splashing poolside or watching the kids inside, this slushy beverage has just the right balance of minty crispness and limey tartness that's sure to tingle your taste buds. —Jessica Ring, Chicago, Illinois
Santa’s Orange-Kissed Cocktail
Refreshing but not overly sweet, this drink is a festive choice for Christmas get-togethers. Serve it during cocktail hour, at dinner or even for brunch in place of mimosas. —Claire Beattie, Toronto, Ontario
Maple Blackberry Mojito
This refreshing blackberry cocktail is how you take advantage of prime berry season during the summer months. I've also used other types of fruit, including raspberries, kiwi and strawberries. —Donna Noel, Gray, Maine
Peachy Keen Daiquiris
You won’t mind breaking out the blender for these frosty fruit drinks—they’re a breeze to whip up. If you don't have fresh, use frozen peaches. A dash of grenadine gives the golden daiquire a blush of red.—Joan Antonen, Arlington, South Dakota
Spiked Lemonade
Rum gives a tropical addition to this fabulous homemade lemonade. If you have vodka on hand, try that instead of the rum. —Susan Hein, Burlington, Wisconsin
Mai Tai
This party favorite has been around for quite some time. It's not overly fruity and features a good blend of sweet and sour. For a splash of color, garnish with strawberries and lime.—Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Greendale, Wisconsin
Ginger-Orange Refresher
“A sunset in a glass” is how your guests might describe this two-tone cocktail. With or without the spiced rum, it makes a refreshing thirst-quencher for parties any time of year.—Marybeth Mank, Mesquite, Texas
Agua de Jamaica
This agua de jamaica recipe features an iced tea made from hibiscus—tart and deep red like cranberry juice. Add rum if you like. —Adan Franco, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Hop, Skip and Go
Here's a different drink for a beer-drinking crowd. It gets a touch of sweetness from lemonade. Make it in a blender for a frothy, fun look or mix in a pitcher for less foam.—Taste of Home Test KitchenThe post Attention, Disney Fans: Dole Whip Beer Is REAL! appeared first on Taste of Home.
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