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Physical effort: Medium Posterior

Tropical Cocktail: rear entry with her leg raised on his hip

The Tropical Cocktail is a rear-entry position with one twist: her raised leg. She is on all fours on her hands and one knee, and lifts her other leg backwards with the knee bent until her thigh rests on his hip. He kneels behind her on one knee, with the other foot forward in a lunge and his torso upright; with one hand he holds her raised thigh against his hip and with the other her waist. Penetration is usually shallow, and he sets the pace.

Also known as: Raised-leg doggy style

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Illustration of Tropical Cocktail: She is on all fours with one leg lifted back, knee bent, resting on his hip; he kneels behind her in a lunge and holds that thigh against him.
Anatomy and biomechanics

She rests on both hands and one knee, with her back roughly horizontal. Her other leg is lifted backwards with the knee bent, and the inside of her thigh rests against the outside of his hip. He kneels behind her on one knee, with his other leg stepped forward and the foot flat on the floor, in a lunge, keeping his torso upright. One hand holds her raised thigh against his hip; the other holds her waist. Because she stands on three points, he partly holds her balance. The open leg changes the angle and keeps penetration fairly shallow. He sets the rhythm with his hips. The load falls on her wrists and supporting knee and on his kneeling knee. You do not see each other's faces, and body contact is limited to the hips and her raised leg.

Why this position works

Some couples like it as a change from the classic doggy style: the raised leg opens the hips and changes the angle, and some people notice different sensations at the entrance, which is more sensitive in many bodies. Penetration tends to be shallow, which suits those who prefer it that way. He guides the movement by holding her thigh and waist, and she can relax her raised leg on him. It is a short, playful variation rather than a position for long sessions.

Sensory Exploration Medium Penis-Vagina Configuration

Variations of this position

Variation 1: on her forearms, less strain on the wrists

She lowers her chest and rests on her forearms instead of her hands, which spares her wrists and tilts her pelvis up.

Everything stays the same except her front support: she bends her elbows and rests on her forearms, with her chest closer to the mattress. Her wrists are spared and her pelvis tilts upwards, which changes the angle slightly. Her raised leg is still on his hip, and he still holds it.

  1. Start in the basic position, with her raised leg resting on his hip.
  2. He holds her thigh and waist firmly while she bends her elbows.
  3. She lowers herself onto her forearms, with a pillow under her chest if she likes.
  4. Resume with slow movements and check that the new angle is comfortable.

Variation 2: he kneels on both knees, steadier

He drops his forward foot and kneels on both knees, which gives him a steadier base and makes holding her leg easier.

Instead of the lunge, he kneels on both knees behind her, knees slightly apart. His base is wider and lower, so he balances more easily and can hold her raised leg with less effort. His hips sit a little lower, so she may need to lower her chest slightly to line up. Penetration stays fairly shallow.

  1. From the basic position, he pauses and keeps holding her thigh.
  2. He brings his forward foot back and places that knee on the mattress.
  3. He adjusts his knees so his hips are level with hers; she lowers her chest a little if needed.
  4. Resume with controlled movements, still holding her raised leg against his hip.

Variation 3: at the edge of the bed, he stands on the floor

She goes on all fours at the edge of the bed and he stands on the floor behind her, holding her raised leg.

She takes the same position, on her hands and one knee with the other leg raised, but at the very edge of the bed. He stands on the floor instead of kneeling, so his knees rest and he can adjust the height by bending his legs. Her raised thigh still rests on his hip. Standing makes it easier to push harder, so he should keep the movement controlled.

  1. She goes on all fours at the edge of the bed, with her supporting knee close to the edge.
  2. He stands behind her on the floor, feet hip-width apart.
  3. She lifts her leg back and rests her thigh on his hip; he holds it and her waist.
  4. He bends his knees until their hips are level and moves in a controlled way.

✓ Tips
  • Do it on a mattress or a soft mat to protect her supporting knee and his kneeling knee.
  • Her wrists take a lot of load; if they ache, she can lower herself onto her forearms.
  • He should hold her raised thigh gently, without pulling it higher than her hip allows.
  • Thrusting hard from behind can bend the penis if it slips out; keep the movement controlled.
  • Use lubricant, and stop if there is pain.
  • Switch the raised leg from time to time so one hip does not get tired.
Interaction type
Shallow vaginal penetration from behind, one leg raised
Active anatomy
Penis
Receptive anatomy
Vagina
Main stimulation
Shallow vaginal penetration from behind, with one of her legs raised
Setups and participants
Couple · 2 people Hetero

Frequently asked questions

How is it different from doggy style?

She lifts one leg backwards and rests it on his hip, and he kneels in a lunge instead of on both knees. The angle changes and penetration is usually shallower.

Is it tiring?

Moderately. She has to balance on three points and he has to hold her leg; short sessions and switching legs help.

Is it suitable for beginners?

Yes, for couples already comfortable with doggy style. Go slowly until you find your balance.

Can clitoral stimulation be added?

It is harder here, because her hands support her and his hands hold her leg and waist. A small vibrator held against her by a pillow is an option.

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