Using a flavored spirit in a cocktail is the quickest and easiest way to build a drink with full flavor. When you're considering what to mix with Ciroc mango, you don't need to worry about adding ingredient after ingredient to make sure the flavor isn't lost. It shines through and gives you space to try other flavors in combination without having too many profiles fighting for attention.
Meet Your Mixers
The beauty of vodka is its trait as a universal spirit. If it was a blood type, it would be AB positive. Flavored vodka might be closer to A positive because you might not want to mix cream soda with Ciroc mango, but you could enjoy a lemon seltzer mixed with Ciroc mango. You don't need to stop with fizzy mixers, however. You can jump into martinis, sours, and muddled cocktails. Consider a few of these combinations to get you started with Ciroc mango cocktails.
Seltzers
Mango is a sweet and juicy flavor, so it goes to reason that you can mix Ciroc mango with tropical, fruity, or citrus seltzers. Also consider flavor combinations of seltzers, such as:
- Kiwi-strawberry
- Blackberry
- Blueberry
- Grapefruit
- Kiwi
- Lemon
- Lime
- Mint
- Orange
- Raspberry
- Strawberry
- Vanilla
Herbs and Fruits
Mango pairs well with herbs and berries, so consider muddled cocktails as an option to mix with Ciroc mango.
- Basil
- Blackberries
- Blueberries
- Mint
- Raspberries
- Strawberries
Juices and Water
Juices highlight the luscious flavor of mango, consider mixing your Ciroc mango cocktail with the traditional and unusual.
- Orange juice
- Passion fruit juice
- Pineapple juice
- Coconut water
Classic Cocktails and Liqueurs
It might feel daunting, but consider mixing your Ciroc mango with other liquors.
- Rum liqueur
- Banana liqueur
- Orange liqueurs
- Champagne
- Prosecco
Really Want to Go Outside the Box?
There are a few other notable flavors to incorporate as you start to tailor your Ciroc mango cocktails, some more accessible than others, but all deliver.
- Caramel
- Peppers such as jalapeño or serrano
- Cinnamon
- Cloves
- Cream
- Ginger
- Honey
- Star anise
- Vanilla
- Violet
Ciroc Mango Fizz
Fizzy drinks are the simplest of cocktails. Since Ciroc mango already provides a base spirit and citrus palate, you can mix it with a plain seltzer or your preferred flavor that compliments the mango.
Ingredients
- 2 ounces Ciroc mango
- Raspberry seltzer to top off
- Ice
- Lime wedge for garnish
Instructions
- In a highball or collins glass, add ice and vodka.
- Top off with raspberry seltzer.
- Garnish with lime wedge.
Mango Berry Smash
Freshly muddled berries or herbs bring a refreshing bite to the mango flavors in the vodka.
Ingredients
- 2 ounces Ciroc mango
- ½ ounce simple syrup, to taste
- 6 blackberries
- 3 mint leaves
- Seltzer to top off
- Ice
- Mint sprig for garnish
Instructions
- In a cocktail shaker, muddle blackberries, mint leaves, and simple syrup.
- Add ice and vodka.
- Shake to chill
- Strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice.
- Top off with seltzer.
- Garnish with mint sprig.
Citrus Mango Martini
If plain martinis aren't for you, you might be interested in trying one with a juicier, fruity flavor.
Ingredients
- 1½ ounces Ciroc mango
- ¾ ounce orange liqueur
- ½ ounce dry vermouth
- Ice
- Orange peel for garnish
Instructions
- Chill a martini glass or coupe.
- In a cocktail shaker, add ice, vodka, orange liqueur, and vermouth.
- Stir to chill.
- Strain into chilled glass.
- Garnish with orange peel.
Tropical Mimosa
There's a world of mimosas beyond orange juice and prosecco. The next time you're munching at brunch and want something new, try this mango twist.
Ingredients
- 1 ounce Ciroc mango
- 1 dash orange bitters
- Champagne or prosecco top off
- Raspberry for garnish
Instructions
- In a champagne flute, place a raspberry at the bottom.
- Add vodka, bitters, and champagne.
Juicy Mango Sunrise
Sunrise cocktails aren't just for tequila anymore. Because mango pairs so well with citrus and tropical flavors, you can go ahead and mix Ciroc mango with orange juice or pineapple juice to get that orange hue.
Ingredients
- 2 ounces Ciroc mango
- 4 ounces pineapple juice
- ¼ ounce grenadine
- Ice
- Cherry and orange slice for garnish
Instructions
- In a highball or collins glass, add ice, vodka, and juice.
- Stir to chill.
- Slowly pour the grenadine, without mixing. Allow to settle on the bottom of the glass.
- Garnish with cherry and orange slice.
Spicy Mango Punch
Mango beautifully matches with spicy flavors. If you like spice, you can add extra jalapeño or a spicy rim, but if that makes your stomach burn, you can taper the amount to your liking.
Ingredients
- 2 ounces Ciroc mango
- 1 ounce orange liqueur
- 3 ounces mango juice
- 1 ounce freshly squeezed lime juice
- 4 slices of jalapeño
- 2 basil leaves
- Ice
- Basil sprig, lime wedge, and chili powder or tajin for garnish
Instructions
- Rub the rim of the rocks glass with the lime wedge.
- With the chili powder or tajin on a saucer, dip either half or the entire rim of the glass in the spice to coat.
- In a cocktail shaker, muddle jalapeños and basil.
- Add ice, vodka, orange liqueur, and juices.
- Shake to chill.
- Pour into garnished rocks glass.
- Garnish with basil sprig.
Mango Palmer
The classic Arnold Palmer gets a much-needed upgrade with a mango vodka.
Ingredients
- 2 ounces Ciroc mango
- 3 ounces lemonade
- 2 ounces iced tea
- Ice
- Mint sprig for garnish
Instructions
- In a highball or collins glass, add ice, vodka, lemonade, and iced tea.
- Garnish with mint sprig.
Mix It Up With Mango
Vodka is such a flexible and forgiving spirit, it offers space to play and discover because of its neutral flavor palate. But with a flavor already added to the spirit, you can discover new combinations in Ciroc mango cocktails with the added benefit of a flavor right out of the gate. Next, explore other mango vodka cocktails for comparison.
