Tropical Sunset Gin Smash

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-23 · Updated 2026-05-23

A vibrant gin cocktail bursting with tropical fruit flavors and a hint of herbal freshness, perfect for savoring at a summer cookout. This recipe, ready in about 6 minutes, brings together gin, fresh pineapple juice, fresh lemon 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 fresh pineapple juice
• 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 oz honey syrup (1:1 honey to water)
• 6 fresh basil leaves
• enough to fill shaker and glass crushed ice
• 1 pineapple leaf
• 1 thin slice lemon wheel

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a cocktail shaker, gently muddle 6 fresh basil leaves with 1/2 oz honey syrup to release the herbal aroma.
2. Step 2: Fill the shaker halfway with crushed ice and pour in 2 oz gin, 1 oz fresh pineapple juice, and 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice.
3. Step 3: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the shaker is frosty cold.
4. Step 4: Double strain the cocktail into a chilled old-fashioned glass filled with crushed ice to filter out basil bits.
5. Step 5: Garnish by placing a fresh pineapple leaf standing upright and a thin lemon wheel on the rim for a colorful tropical presentation.