Charred Tiki-Style Pineapple and Rum Cocktail

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A tropical cocktail featuring charred pineapple juice mixed with dark rum and lime, served over crushed ice in a tiki mug. This Caribbean-inspired recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, brings together fresh pineapple chunks, 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 Caribbean cuisine 220 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat until hot. Place 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks on the pan and char for 3-4 minutes, turning occasionally until caramelized and smoky.
  2. Step 2: Transfer charred pineapple to a blender and add 1 oz fresh lime juice and 1 oz simple syrup. Blend until smooth to create the pineapple juice.
  3. Step 3: Fill a shaker with 2 oz dark rum, the pineapple juice, and 1 cup ice cubes. Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until chilled.
  4. Step 4: Fill a tiki mug with 1 cup crushed ice and strain the cocktail over the ice.
  5. Step 5: Add 2 dashes angostura bitters on top and garnish with 1 fresh mint sprig. Serve with a straw and enjoy the tropical smoky notes.

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