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When you think about tropical cocktails, a pina colada may come to mind first. This classic island drink offers a sweet and tangy flavor resulting from its blend of rum, cream of coconut, and pineapple. Packed with nutrition and great taste, this golden fruit with its green crown gives a unique vibrancy to numerous Hawaiian cocktails.

5 Island Libations Made With Pineapple

1. Yaka Hula Hickey Dula

This drink blends sophistication with a sense of humor. The yaka hula hickey dula is a martini with a Hawaiian flair, and this smooth cocktail features pineapple juice, dry vermouth, and dark rum.

2. Pineapple Mojito

Playful and refreshing, this version of a mojito features pineapple juice accentuated with a blend of rum, mint, and lime. The fresh Hawaiian fruit puts a lively spin on this classic, tropical drink.

3. Patron® Pineapple

pineappleThis refreshing cocktail is simple and soothing. The combination of tangy pineapple juice, Patron tequila, Citronge Orange Liqueur®, and fresh lime juice creates a sweet and citrusy treat.

4. Blue Hawaii

White rum, vodka, Blue Curacao®, fresh sour mix, and pineapple juice create a tempting drink that packs a punch. Garnish the glass with a vibrant slice of pineapple to contrast the blue beverage.

 

5. Pearl Harbor

Vodka, melon liqueur, and pineapple juice join forces to produce the Pearl Harbor cocktail. Garnish this fruity and fun thirst-quencher with a lemon wedge, pineapple chunk, and maraschino cherry on a drink skewer.

 

If you want mouthwatering fresh pineapple to make these island cocktails, get your fruit from Dole/Tropical Fruits Distributors of Hawaii in Honolulu. This retailer offers the only Oahu-grown pineapples on the island. They grow their fruit in volcanic soil to make the pineapples sweeter and less acidic than other varieties. View their selection online, or call (808) 847-3234 to ask about their free U.S. shipping.

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