Charred Tiki-Inspired Pineapple Rum Cocktail

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A smoky, sweet cocktail featuring charred pineapple, aged rum, and a touch of citrus for a Polynesian island vibe in a glass. This recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, brings together fresh pineapple slices, aged dark rum, fresh lime juice for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 5 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 220 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat a grill pan over high heat until smoking hot. Place 3 slices of fresh pineapple (each about 1/2 inch thick) on the pan and char for 2 minutes per side until caramelized and smoky. Remove and let cool slightly.
  2. Step 2: Muddle the charred pineapple slices in a cocktail shaker until broken down and juicy.
  3. Step 3: Add 2 oz aged dark rum, 1 oz fresh lime juice, 3/4 oz simple syrup, 2 dashes angostura bitters, and 1 cup ice cubes to the shaker. Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until chilled.
  4. Step 4: Strain the cocktail into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice. Garnish with 1 sprig fresh mint and serve immediately.

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