Tropical Gin and Tonic with Pineapple
A refreshing gin and tonic elevated with sweet pineapple juice and a hint of fresh lime for a tropical flair. This recipe, ready in about 3 minutes, brings together gin, 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 160 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
- 2 oz gin
- 1 oz pineapple juice
- 1/2 oz fresh lime juice
- 4 oz tonic water
- enough to fill glass ice cubes
- 1 slice lime wheel
- 1 fresh mint sprig
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a highball glass with large ice cubes to chill it well.
- Step 2: Pour in 2 oz gin, 1 oz pineapple juice, and 1/2 oz fresh lime juice over the ice.
- Step 3: Gently pour 4 oz tonic water into the glass to preserve carbonation.
- Step 4: Stir gently with a bar spoon for 15 seconds to combine without losing fizz.
- Step 5: Garnish with a lime wheel placed on the rim and a fresh mint sprig lightly slapped to release aroma, tucked beside the glass edge.
