Pineapple Cocktail Rating: 4.9/5 (150 Reviews)
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
If you fancy an alcoholic drink that will give you that exotic feel the pineapple cocktail is the drink for you! Pineapple sorbet mixed with the taste of rum and the amazing tropical flavor perfectly combines to make endless hours of cocktail enjoyment. Below, we want to invite you to an interesting, simple pineapple cocktail recipe that you can make on any day of the week.
A Tale of a Pineapple Cocktail
- Pineapple has been associated with hospitality and luxury, or tropical and exotic, for centuries, possibly as far back as the 1500’s.
- The rum pineapple cocktail was enjoyed in the twentieth century as a result of tiki movement across the United States.
- Also known as the Caribbean drink and cocktail this drink is a favourite among people on the beach as well as those who love taking wines and other alcoholic drinks.
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Ingredients for the Perfect Pineapple Cocktail
- 1 cup fresh pineapple juice (preferably cold)
- 2 oz white rum (optional: for a stronger flavor, substitute dark rum)
- 1 oz coconut cream or coconut milk (for a creamy twist)
- 1 oz lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tablespoon sugar or simple syrup (optional for extra sweetness)
- Ice cubes
- Pineapple slices or wedges (for garnish)
- Mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Step-by-Step Pineapple Cocktail Recipe
Step 1: Chill Your Glasses
To add extra chill to your drink, its recommend that the cocktail glasses are put in the freezer for roughly 10 minutes before preparation. This will ensure that your pineapple cocktail is as cold as can be to give your clientele that perfect feeling.
Step 2: Mix the Ingredients
Pour the pineapple juice, rum, coconut cream and lime juice and shake in a cocktail shaker. If you would like a slightly sweeter drink, pour in the sugar or simple syrup. Agitate the bottle for about 20-30seconds.
Step 3: Add Ice
Pour ice into the cocktail shaker and shake it for one more 10-15 seconds. It also allows chilling of the cocktail and mixing all the ingredients of the cocktail perfectly.
Step 4: Pour and Serve
Now you can pour equal quantities of the mixture into your chilled glasses into which you have added ice cubes.
Step 5: Garnish Like a Pro
Add a slice of pineapple and a sprig of mint before serving your cocktail, to ensure every beverage looks good enough for the glossy pages of a bar guide. You can even add a cute cocktail umbrella if you are feeling festive!
Nutritional Value (Per Serving)
- Calories: 180
- Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Sugars: 15g
- Protein: 1g
- Alcohol Content: 10% ABV (may vary depending on rum quantity)
Tips to Customize Your Pineapple Cocktail
- Make it Alcohol-Free: To make a non alcoholic pineapple cocktail, don’t add rum to prepare a virgin pineapple cocktail that is equally as delicious without alcohol for people who don’t consume alcohol or children.
- Experiment with Flavors: Mix a portion of passion fruit juice or a few drops of bitters into the cocktail for an extra dimension.
- Frozen Twist: Stir the ingredients with ice and you will get a rum pineapple frozen cocktail, this drink will be perfect for a hot summer!
Why You’ll Love This Pineapple Cocktail
- Quick to Make: This is such a simple drink to prepare since it only requires 10 minutes of preparation time, and therefore can be prepared for a party or just relaxation.
- Tropical Vibes: As you think of a fine weekend at the coast, the gentle embrace of the sun or even the cooler evenings, this drink will have fantastic tropical feel.
- Customizable: There are occasions where you want the food and drink to be less sweet, creamy, or even contain no alcohol at all.
FAQs
Q: Is it willing to use canned pineapple juice?
A: Yes! Using freshly squeezed pineapple juice will result in the best flavour ; however, the canned juice will suffice.
Q: Is it possible to prepare this cocktail beforehand?
A: This mix can be prepared hours before the serving time and just before serving it can be refrigerated for not more than half an hour. It is best served shaking it with ice just before consumption is due.
Everyone can have a vacation in the tropics if there is this entertaining rum pineapple cocktail in your glasses!
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