EVENTS

Passoã Launches A Series of Exclusive Sunset Sessions at Sofitel Gold Coast Broadbeach

WORDS: Sophie Muir PHOTOGRAPHY Supplied

Next Saturday (March 23rd) is the first installation of the Passoã Sunset Sessions, a sensational collaboration with Sofitel Gold Coast Broadbeach. A series of Saturday poolside events, the Passoã Sunset Sessions is a symphony of flavours and beats featuring delicious deals on Passoã passionfruit liqueur cocktails and rhythms curated by top Gold Coast DJs. This weekend’s Sunset Session is not to be missed!

Taking place at the iconic rooftop pool at the Sofitel Gold Coast Broadbeach, guests can experience the pinnacle of luxury at this poolside oasis in the heart of Broadbeach. Immerse yourself in the sparkling atmosphere of the Passoã Sunset Sessions, where a stellar line up of DJs will set the perfect vibes every Saturday from 4pm to 6pm. The DJ lineup is locked and loaded with beats that’ll keep you dancing until the curtain of nightfall, including:

  • March 23rd, 4pm – 7pm: Dools

  • March 30th, 4pm – 6pm: That DJ Charlie

  • April 6th, 4pm – 6pm: Gloria Ansell

  • April 13th, 4pm – 6pm: Dools

Guests are in for a treat with Passoã cocktails available every Saturday from 11am to 5pm priced at only $18 each, elevate your experience further with the instagrammable cocktail trees by sharing six or nine cocktails with a group of friends for only $15 each (six cocktails for $90 or nine cocktails for $135). Indulge in Passoã’s carefully crafted cocktail menu:

  • The Original Pornstar Martini

  • When on the Coast (Frozen Slushie)

  • Rio 40°C Caipirinha

Passoã, renowned for its iconic red colour and made with real passionfruit from Brazil, offers a light syrup texture with notes of passionfruit, cherry, and grapefruit zest. It is also gluten-free, has a low ABV, and contains less sugar, making it the perfect choice for crafting delicious cocktails. The classic Pornstar Martini is just one example of the endless possibilities Passoã offers for creative mixology.

About Passoã: Passoã is the world’s best-selling passionfruit liqueur, known for its iconic red colour and made with real passionfruit from Brazil. It offers a unique blend of flavours with notes of passionfruit, cherry, and grapefruit zest. Passoã is a bartender’s friend, perfect for crafting easy-to-drink cocktails and encouraging creative mixology. With its gluten-free, low ABV, and low sugar profile, Passoã is a versatile ingredient for crafting delicious and vibrant cocktails.

Passoã cocktails recipes:

Pornstar Martini

Ingredients:

  • 30 ml Passoã

  • 30ml Vanilla Vodka

  • 20ml Lime juice

  • 10ml Agave

  • 30ml Prosecco

Method:

  1. Pour all ingredients and ice into a shaker.

  2. Shake well and fine strain into a chilled glass.

Rio 40°C Caipirinha

Ingredients:

  • 30ml Passoã

  • 60ml Cachaca 51

  • ½ Lime

  • 1-2 tsp Superfine Sugar

  • 10ml passionfruit syrup

  • Mint and grenadine to garnish

Method:

  1. Gather the ingredients.

  2. Cut 1/2 medium lime into small wedges.

  3. Place the lime wedges and 1 1/2 to 2 1/2 teaspoons superfine sugar into an old-fashioned glass and muddle well.

  4. Top with 2 ounces cachaça, and stir well.Fill the glass with small ice cubes or cracked ice, stir again, and garnish.

  5. Serve and enjoy.