Step 1: Choose Your Bucket

• Find a clean 32–40 oz plastic sand bucket or beach-themed container.

• Rinse it well before use, especially if it’s not food-grade.

Step 2: Fill with Ice

• Add ice to your bucket until it’s about 2/3 full. This helps keep the drink chilled and gives it volume.

Step 3: Mix the Cocktail Base

In a separate large measuring cup or cocktail shaker, combine:

• 1 cup tropical fruit punch

• 1/2 cup coconut rum

• 1/4 cup peach schnapps

• 1/4 cup pineapple juice

• 1/4 cup orange juice

Stir gently to blend all the juices and alcohol together.

Step 4: Assemble the Drink

• Pour the mixed liquid over the ice in your beach bucket.

• Carefully add the 1/4 cup lemon-lime soda on top. This adds a fizzy layer of brightness.

Step 5: Add the Sunset Effect

• Slowly pour 1/2 oz of grenadine down the side of the bucket. It will sink to the bottom and create a beautiful red-to-orange gradient—your “sunset” in a glass.

Step 6: Decorate Like You’re on Vacation

• Add gummy candies on top of the ice: Swedish Fish, peach rings, or gummy sharks work great.

• Slide in a couple of orange slices or a maraschino cherry.

• Skewer some sour straws with gummy candy and rest them over the rim of the bucket.

• Add a paper umbrella or a fun straw (like a mini shovel-shaped one) for the ultimate beachy presentation.