Tropical + Sweet Strawberry Pineapple Rum Cocktail
The sweetness of fresh fruit and pineapple juice blends perfectly with rum for a tropical inspired cocktail you can enjoy anywhere.
Equipment
- drink pitcher
- food processor or blender
Ingredients
For the Drink
- 1 1/2 cups strawberries
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 cup light or white rum
- 2 cups pineapple juice
- 1/2 cup club soda
For Garnish
- fresh pineapple chunks
- fresh strawberries
- fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- Prepare the strawberries. Chop the strawberries in a food processor or by hand. For an extra-smooth texture, completely puree them.
- Mix the ingredients. In a large pitcher, mix the chopped strawberries and sugar. Let the mixture sit at room temperature for a few minutes until the strawberries release their juices. Add the rum, pineapple juice, and club soda to the pitcher. Stir thoroughly to combine.
- Serve. Pour the cocktail over ice in glasses. Garnish with fresh strawberry slices, pineapple chunks, and mint leaves.
Notes
For the best flavor, use fresh strawberries and pineapple juice in your cocktail. Try to avoid using canned pineapple juice, as fresh juice tastes better.
For a cooler, more refreshing drink, chill the rum, pineapple juice, and club soda before mixing. You can also chill the pitcher you plan to use.
If you like your cocktail sweeter, you can add more sugar or use sweetened pineapple juice. Taste as you go and adjust to your liking.
For a smoother texture, blend the strawberries with a little pineapple juice before mixing them with the other ingredients to make sure they are fully pureed and blend seamlessly into the drink.
If you're making a large batch, save time by chopping the strawberries in a food processor.
Nutrition
Calories: 967kcal | Carbohydrates: 101g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 39mg | Potassium: 952mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 82g | Vitamin A: 50IU | Vitamin C: 174mg | Calcium: 102mg | Iron: 2mg
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 967kcal