Ingredients
These ingredients come together to form a powerhouse of flavor:
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???? 1½ oz sour apple liqueur (like Apple Pucker) – tart and fruity base
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???? 1 oz pineapple juice – balances tartness with tropical sweetness
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???? 1 oz coconut water or coconut rum – smooth island flavor
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???? ½ oz fresh lemon juice – adds zesty brightness
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???? 1 oz vodka (plain or citrus) – for extra kick
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???? ½ oz simple syrup (optional) – if you like it sweeter
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???? Ice cubes – for shaking or serving
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???? Mint sprig or apple slice – garnish
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✨ Optional: splash of soda water or lemon-lime soda – for bubbles
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???? Optional: mango puree – for a deeper tropical vibe
Instructions
Step 1: Chill the glass
Pop a highball or hurricane glass in the freezer, or fill it with ice water while you prepare the cocktail.
Step 2: Combine in shaker
In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine:
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1½ oz sour apple liqueur
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1 oz pineapple juice
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1 oz coconut water (or coconut rum for stronger version)
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1 oz vodka
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½ oz lemon juice
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Optional: ½ oz simple syrup
Step 3: Shake it up
Shake vigorously for about 15–20 seconds, until the outside of the shaker is frosty cold.
Step 4: Prepare your glass
Dump any ice water from your glass. Add fresh ice cubes.
Step 5: Strain & pour
Strain the cocktail over ice. Top with a splash of lemon-lime soda or soda water for bubbles, if desired.
Step 6: Garnish & enjoy
Garnish with a sprig of mint, a green apple slice, or a tiny tropical umbrella. Serve with a straw or cocktail stirrer.
Notes
These types of tropical fruit-forward cocktails work best when you follow a few small but mighty tips:
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Use fresh juice wherever possible—especially lemon
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Don’t skip the ice—this drink should be served cold and refreshing
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Adjust sweetness to your liking—if your pineapple juice is extra sweet, skip the syrup
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 190 kcal
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Protein: 0g