10 Gin and Pineapple Cocktails for a Tropical Vibe at Home
March 18, 2024 by Anna-Bet Stemmet
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Keen to liven up your cocktail repertoire with some tropical vibes? Look no further than the delightful combination that forms the base of juicy gin and pineapple cocktails. This refreshing duo sets the scene for a variety of delicious drinks, from simple highballs to more complex creations. We’ve compiled 10 recipes that pave the way for superb sipping, so grab your shaker and get muddling!
How to make fresh pineapple juice at home
Making fresh pineapple juice at home is super simple and will really put your cocktail with gin and pineapple juice over the top. Here is an easy recipe to use:
INGREDIENTS
- 1 ripe pineapple, skinned and chopped
- Water or coconut water (optional)
- Sugar (optional, to taste)
METHOD
- Blender method: Add pineapple chunks to your blender. You can add a little water or coconut water for easier blending. Blend until smooth.
- Juicer method: Follow your juicer’s instructions.
- Straining (optional): For a clearer juice, pour the blended mixture through a fine-mesh strainer or cheesecloth. Press the pulp to extract as much juice as possible.
- Add water or sugar to your preference and use immediately – fresh juice is best enjoyed right away for the most flavor and nutrients.
TOP TIP! You can also experiment with adding other flavors, like ginger, lime, or mint for a twist.
1. Singapore Sling
One of the most classic cocktails with pineapple juice and gin has got to be a Singapore Sling. Well-balanced and delectably boozy, our recipe yields a subtly sweet drink with herbal undertones and a fair bit of kick from several different liqueurs. Happy pouring and Yam Seng!
Make it with: Grand Marnier
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2. French Martini with Gin
The French Martini is a sweet and smooth clinker perfect for impressing at your next get-together. Easy to drink and finished with a creamy foam top for an extra indulgent serve, this oh-so-suave cocktail is so fruity it’s like a dessert in a glass. Typically made with SKYY Vodka, it’s even more intriguing when shaken with gin – this is a fresh pineapple gin cocktail that brims with joie de vivre.
Make it with: Bulldog Gin
3. Pineapple Gin & Tonic
For a gin and pineapple cocktail that hits all the high notes, but is still super simple to pour, go with a Pineapple Gin & Tonic. To make one, combine 1.5 oz gin, 2 oz pineapple juice, and 3 oz tonic water in a tall serving glass over ice. Add a squeeze of fresh lime juice, give it a gentle stir, and garnish with a lime wedge and pineapple slice before serving.
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4. Citrus Gin Martini
Gin and pineapple cocktail recipes often lean into the classic drinks space, and this Citrus Gin Martini is a great example of an excellent riff on a time-honored clinker. To make a Citrus Gin Martini, combine 1.5 oz gin, 2 oz pineapple juice, and 3 oz orange juice (fresh, pulp-free) in a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake until frosty, decant into a chilled, sugar-rimmed Martini glass, and serve.
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5. Tropical Gin Mule
This sparkly gin and pineapple juice cocktail follows the same format as a Mule cocktail but with a delicious spicy twist. To whip up a Tropical Gin Mule, add 1 oz gin, 3 oz pineapple juice, and a few slices of fresh ginger in a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake until combined, and strain into a serving glass over fresh ice. Top off with 2 – 4 oz of ginger beer, garnish with a sprig of thyme, and enjoy.
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6. Pineapple Gin Daiquiri
A Daiquiri is typically made with rum, but if you prefer a gin cocktail with pineapple juice, then this is the drink for you. To make two drinks, combine 1.5 cups of fresh pineapple chunks, 1.5 cups of ice, and 4 oz gin in a blender. Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy, divide between two glasses, and serve.
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7. Park Avenue Gin Cocktail
Gin cocktails with pineapple can also be a little more complex, like this Park Avenue sipper that comes to the party with a variety of interesting liqueur elements in the mix. To make one, combine 2 oz gin, 0.75 oz vermouth rosso, 1 oz Grand Marnier, and 0.75 oz pineapple juice in a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake until well combined, strain into a fancy serving glass, and serve.
Make it with: Cinzano Vermouth Rosso
8. Pineapple Tom Collins
Simple and sweet, the Pineapple Tom Collins is a gin pineapple cocktail that has near-universal appeal. To make one, combine 2 oz gin and 3 oz pineapple juice in a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake until frosty, strain into a tall serving glass over fresh ice, top off with 3 – 4 oz of club soda, and enjoy. Ideal for sweltering summer days next to the pool!
9. Sergeant Pepper Cocktail
A gin and pineapple juice cocktail with cumin in the mix? Say less! To make this spice-laced sipper, start by making a simple syrup infused with whole, black peppercorns and dry-toasted cumin. To make the cocktail, combine 0.5 oz of the simple syrup, 0.75 oz fresh pineapple juice, 0.5 oz orgeat, 0.5 oz lime juice, 2 oz gin, and a pinch of cayenne pepper in a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake until well combined, strain into serving glasses, and enjoy immediately.
Learn more: What is Orgeat and How is it Used in Cocktails?
10. Pineapple Gin Punch
Serving a crowd? Then this pineapple and gin cocktail is the one for you. To whip up a batch of this crowd-pleasing cocktail, combine 3 cups pineapple juice, 0.5 cups lemon juice, 12 oz gin, 4 oz Grand Marnier, and a few pinches of allspice in a pitcher filled with ice. Stir to combine. Pour into ice-filled highball glasses, top each drink off with a splash of Champagne, and enjoy!
There you have it, friends – ten tasty pineapple gin cocktail creations that are sure to stir up some tropical feelings. Remember to tag us in Instagram pics of your pineapple cocktails with gin and sign up for our newsletter to stay inspired.
