This refreshing Pineapple Martini is created using basic ingredients such as fresh pineapple juice, vodka, and lime juice. The sweetness of the pineapple juice and the tanginess of the lime juice come together to make a well-balanced cocktail.
It's a beautiful drink to serve at summer parties, garnished with pineapple and maraschino cherries.
This Pineapple Martini recipe is the perfect cocktail to serve at spur of the moment parties in the summer! I never have to panic because I know I will have the simple ingredients I need for this recipe in my bar and pantry! If you like vodka cocktails you will also love my Vodka Sunrise with orange juice!
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Why You'll Love This Easy Pineapple Martini Cocktail Recipe
This tropical cocktail is:
- Easy to make with simple ingredients that you likely have in your bar and pantry.
- Refreshing and perfectly sweet and tangy.
- Visually so pretty to serve with a pineapple wedge and maraschino cherry!
Ingredient Notes
- Pineapple Juice- I like to use 100% pineapple juice with no sugar added. Real fruit juice is the way to go for the best natural flavors in this drink.
- Vodka- use your favorite brand. Absolut vodka is a great choice.
- Freshly squeezed lime juice- bottled lime juice from concentrate is not recommended. It's too tart and acidic. Fresh lime juice is delicious and wonderfully fragrant.
- Ice- for chilling the cocktail shaker.
- Fresh Pineapple and Maraschino Cherries- these garnishes will finish the cocktail with colorful pizzazz! I like cutting pineapple wedges from a fresh whole pineapple for that resort style cocktail feel.
How to Make a Pineapple Martini
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
- Add Pineapple juice.
- Next pour in freshly squeezed lime juice.
- Finally add the Vodka.
- Shake and strain into a chilled martini glass, garnish with pineapple and a cherry, and enjoy!
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can use canned pineapple juice it's readily available and can be kept on hand in your pantry to make this cocktail easy to throw together anytime.
Yes! Quadruple the recipe ingredients and pour them into a pitcher and refrigerate (do not add the ice). When you are ready to serve, simply shake individual servings in a cocktail shaker and pour them into chilled martini glasses. Have pre-sliced garnishes prepared for easy assembly!
You will need pineapple juice, vodka, fresh lime juice, and ice cubes. The only other supplies you need are a cocktail shaker and cocktail glasses!
Expert Tips
- Using bottled lime juice in this recipe is not recommended as it will result in a drink that is too sour.
- In case you want a cocktail that is sweeter, you can add simple syrup to your preference and mix it with a bar spoon.
- If you decide to use a Coupe or Nick & Nora glass instead of a traditional martini glass, you may be able to divide the drink into two portions.
Variations
If you are going to deviate from a classic cocktail like a martini, it's always good to experiment with a number of flavor combinations. Try some of these exciting suggestions:
- You can have fun with this vodka martini by playing around with different flavors like vanilla vodka, pineapple vodka, or even coconut vodka!
- A pineapple upside down martini is another delicious variation where you incorporate vanilla vodka, pineapple chunks, and a splash of grenadine for a pretty ombre effect. Rim the glass with brown sugar and you feel like you're indulging in Pineapple upside down cake!
- Turn this drink into a sparkling cocktail by adding a splash of sparkling water and omit the vodka for a mocktail!
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Recipe
Pineapple Martini
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- martini glass
Ingredients
- 2.5 ounces pineapple juice
- 1.5 ounces vodka
- 0.5 ounces freshly squeezed lime juice
- ice
- Pineapple slices and maraschino cherries for garnish
Instructions
- Chill the Martini glasses in advance while you get the other ingredients ready.
- Then, put some ice in a cocktail shaker and mix together pineapple juice, lime juice, and vodka.
- Shake until the shaker becomes frosted, then strain the mixture into your preferred cocktail glass.
- Finally, add a pineapple slice and a maraschino cherry for decoration and serve!
Notes
expert tips
- Using bottled lime juice in this recipe is not recommended as it will result in a drink that is too sour.
- In case you want a cocktail that is sweeter, you can add simple syrup to your preference and mix it with a bar spoon.
- If you decide to use a Coupe or Nick & Nora glass instead of a traditional martini glass, you may be able to divide the drink into two portions.
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