Introduction

If you love tropical flavors, the Pineapple Paradise Cocktail is a refreshing and sweet drink with just the right amount of citrusy brightness. Perfect for summer afternoons, backyard BBQs, or whenever you want to feel like you’re on vacation.

Made with fresh pineapple juice, creamy coconut, and a splash of rum, this cocktail is smooth, fruity, and super easy to prepare.

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Ingredients

2 cups fresh pineapple juice
½ cup coconut cream
¼ cup fresh lime juice
½ cup white rum (optional for a mocktail)
1 tbsp simple syrup (adjust to taste)
1 cup ice cubes
Pineapple slices (for garnish)
Maraschino cherries (for garnish)
Toasted coconut flakes (optional for rim)

Instructions

Step 1: Rub a lime wedge around the rim of your glass, then dip it into toasted coconut flakes for a tropical touch (optional).
Step 2: Fill a cocktail shaker about halfway with ice cubes.
Step 3: Add pineapple juice, coconut cream, fresh lime juice, white rum, and simple syrup into the shaker.
Step 4: Seal the shaker and shake for about 15–20 seconds until well-mixed and chilled.
Step 5: Strain the drink into a chilled cocktail glass, leaving the ice behind.
Step 6: Garnish with a pineapple slice, a maraschino cherry, and a little toasted coconut for a picture-perfect finish.

Tips & Variations

Use fresh pineapple juice for the best flavor — store-bought works, but fresh is next level.
Chill your glasses before serving to keep the drink extra refreshing.
Blend instead of shake for a creamier, frozen version.
Make it a mocktail by swapping the rum for extra pineapple juice or coconut water.
Rim your glass with toasted coconut for a fancy, tropical touch.
No coconut cream? Use coconut milk for a lighter version.
Want it stronger? Add a splash of dark rum for deeper flavor.
Love it extra sweet? Add a little honey instead of simple syrup.
For more citrus, add a splash of orange juice for a nice twist.

Storage

This cocktail is best served fresh but can be stored (without ice) in the fridge for a few hours. If making in advance, shake again before serving to mix the flavors back together. If you have leftovers, freeze the mixture into popsicle molds for a fun frozen treat.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this cocktail without alcohol?

Yes! Simply omit the rum and replace it with extra pineapple juice or coconut water to create a delicious mocktail version.

What if I don’t have coconut cream?

You can substitute coconut milk for a lighter texture, though the drink will be less rich and creamy.

Pineapple Paradise Cocktail Recipe

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The Pineapple Paradise Cocktail is a tropical, refreshing drink bursting with the flavors of fresh pineapple juice, creamy coconut, zesty lime, and a splash of white rum. This easy-to-make cocktail is perfect for summer afternoons, backyard barbecues, or anytime you want to escape to a vacation mood. Optionally rimmed with toasted coconut flakes and garnished with pineapple slices and maraschino cherries, it combines sweetness, citrus tang, and a smooth texture in every sip.

Author: zara
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Yield: 2 servings 1x
Category: Cocktail
Method: Shaking
Cuisine: Tropical/Caribbean

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

2 cups fresh pineapple juice
½ cup coconut cream
¼ cup fresh lime juice
½ cup white rum (optional for a mocktail)
1 tbsp simple syrup (adjust to taste)
1 cup ice cubes

Garnishes & Extras

Pineapple slices (for garnish)
Maraschino cherries (for garnish)
Toasted coconut flakes (optional for rim)

Instructions

Rim the Glass with Toasted Coconut (Optional): Rub a lime wedge around the rim of your glass, then dip it into toasted coconut flakes to give it a tropical, decorative touch.
Add Ice to the Shaker: Fill a cocktail shaker about halfway with ice cubes to chill the drink as you mix it.
Pour in the Liquids: Add the fresh pineapple juice, coconut cream, fresh lime juice, white rum (or omit for a mocktail), and simple syrup into the shaker.
Shake It Up! Seal the shaker tightly and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds until the mixture is well blended and chilled.
Strain & Pour: Using a strainer, pour the cocktail into a chilled glass while leaving the ice behind in the shaker.
Garnish & Serve: Add a pineapple slice, a maraschino cherry, and a sprinkle of toasted coconut flakes on top for a visually appealing and flavorful finish.

Notes

Use fresh pineapple juice for the best natural flavor; store-bought juice works but fresh is preferred.
Chilling your glasses beforehand keeps the cocktail cooler for longer.
For a creamier and frozen variation, blend the ingredients with ice instead of shaking.
Make it a mocktail by skipping the rum and adding extra pineapple juice or coconut water.
Rimming glasses with toasted coconut adds texture and a fancy tropical look.
Simple syrup can be substituted with honey for a different sweetness profile.
Pre-mix the cocktail (excluding ice) and store in the fridge for up to one day; shake again before serving.
Freeze pineapple juice into ice cubes to keep your drink cold without watering it down.
Extra cocktail can be frozen into popsicle molds for a fun frozen treat.

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