Description
Ingredients
These ingredients come together to form a powerhouse of flavor:
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???? 1 oz citrus vodka – Adds bright, lemon-lime depth
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???? 1 oz blue curaçao – Brings color and sweet orange flavor
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???? 2 oz pineapple juice – Smooth, tropical foundation
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???? 2 oz lemon-lime soda (Sprite or 7UP) – Adds fizz and balances sweetness
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???? Ice cubes, for serving
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???? Gummy shark, for garnish (adds fun and a hint of sweetness)
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???? (Optional) Fresh lemon wedge or twist, for garnish
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???? (Optional) Fresh mint sprig, for a tropical look
Instructions
Step 1: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice
Add a handful of ice to your cocktail shaker to chill all the ingredients properly.
Step 2: Add spirits and juice
Pour in:
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1 oz citrus vodka
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1 oz blue curaçao
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2 oz pineapple juice
Shake vigorously for 15–20 seconds until cold.
Step 3: Strain into a glass
Strain the mixture into a highball or hurricane glass filled with fresh ice.
Step 4: Top with lemon-lime soda
Pour 2 oz of lemon-lime soda over the top. Stir gently to combine.
Step 5: Garnish and serve
Drop a gummy shark into the glass. Add a lemon wedge or mint if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy your underwater adventure!
Notes
These drinks are quick to make, but a few small tweaks can elevate them:
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Use fresh pineapple juice for the best flavor—store-bought is okay, but fresh is fabulous.
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Chill your soda beforehand to avoid melting ice too quickly.
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Always add soda last and stir gently to maintain fizz.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 15 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Protein: 0g