Tequila-Campari Pineapple Tiki Shaker
A bold tiki cocktail featuring the bitterness of Campari balanced by sweet pineapple juice and nutty orgeat syrup with a salty twist. This latin american-inspired cocktails & drinks ready in about 7 minutes brings together blanco tequila, Campari, dry sherry 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 180 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 blanco tequila
- 1 oz Campari
- 0.5 oz dry sherry
- 1 oz fresh pineapple juice
- 0.5 oz orgeat syrup
- a pinch fine sea salt
- 6 large ice cubes
- 1 pineapple leaf
- 1 orange twist
Equipment for this recipe
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a mixing glass filled with 6 large ice cubes, combine 1.5 oz blanco tequila, 1 oz Campari, and 0.5 oz dry sherry. Stir gently for 20 seconds until chilled and slightly diluted.
- Step 2: In a cocktail shaker, add 1 oz fresh pineapple juice, 0.5 oz orgeat syrup, and a pinch of fine sea salt. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for 10 seconds until frothy and cold.
- Step 3: Strain the stirred mixture into a chilled rocks glass over fresh ice. Then strain the shaken pineapple-orgeat mix on top to create a layered effect. Garnish with 1 pineapple leaf and 1 orange twist for aroma.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Tequila-Campari Pineapple Tiki Shaker take to make?
Total time is about 7 minutes (7 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home bartenders find this fits a single afternoon; scale up the batch for parties or pitchers.
How do I store leftover Tequila-Campari Pineapple Tiki Shaker?
Refrigerate any leftover tequila-campari pineapple tiki shaker in a sealed pitcher or jar for up to 3–4 days. Do not reheat — drinks are served chilled. If the recipe uses sparkling water or fresh herbs, hold those back and add fresh just before pouring so the drink stays bright and fizzy.
Can I substitute ingredients in Tequila-Campari Pineapple Tiki Shaker?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Tequila-Campari Pineapple Tiki Shaker for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 1 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 1). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Tequila-Campari Pineapple Tiki Shaker?
Latin American cocktails & drinks like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
