Citrus Blossom Caribbean Cooler
A refreshing tropical cocktail with bright citrus, sweet pineapple, and a hint of floral elderflower, perfect for summer relaxation. This Caribbean recipe, ready in about 6 minutes, brings together white rum, pineapple juice, 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 190 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.
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz white rum
- 2 oz pineapple juice
- 0.75 oz fresh lime juice
- 0.5 oz elderflower liqueur
- 0.25 oz simple syrup
- 6 mint leaves
- as needed crushed ice
- 1 piece pineapple wedge
- for garnish mint sprig
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a mixing glass, gently muddle 6 fresh mint leaves with 0.25 oz simple syrup to release their aroma.
- Step 2: Add 1.5 oz white rum, 2 oz pineapple juice, 0.75 oz fresh lime juice, and 0.5 oz elderflower liqueur.
- Step 3: Fill the mixing glass with crushed ice and stir gently with a bar spoon for 20 seconds to chill and dilute slightly.
- Step 4: Strain into a tall Collins glass filled with fresh crushed ice.
- Step 5: Garnish with a pineapple wedge on the rim and a fresh mint sprig inserted into the ice.
