Venezuelan-Spiced Pineapple Cooler
A lively and tropical cooler combining fresh pineapple, hints of warm spices, and smooth vodka for an invigorating Latin American-inspired refreshment. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together vodka, fresh 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 170 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 vodka
- 2 oz fresh pineapple juice
- 3/4 oz fresh lime juice
- 1/2 oz ginger syrup
- a pinch ground allspice
- as needed ice cubes
- 1 pineapple wedge
- 1 lime wheel
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice cubes. Pour in 2 oz vodka, 2 oz fresh pineapple juice, 3/4 oz fresh lime juice, and 1/2 oz ginger syrup.
- Step 2: Add a pinch of ground allspice directly into the shaker.
- Step 3: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the shaker is frosty cold.
- Step 4: Strain into a highball glass filled with fresh ice cubes.
- Step 5: Garnish by skewering a pineapple wedge and lime wheel on a cocktail pick, resting it on the rim to evoke tropical vibes.
