No alcohol? No problem: this refreshing pineapple mocktail has just the right amount of fruity sweetness and a vibrant color that looks just as appealing as any 21+ cocktail. Perfect for a solo afternoon on the porch or sharing with a crowd at a brunch or barbecue.
The addition of egg white to this mocktail creates an intoxicatingly soft and creamy sensation like a traditional cocktail, from the first sip all the way to the end. Pineapple juice is sweet and tangy, with lime juice and mint providing a refreshing taste throughout. Vanilla syrup adds a tropical twist, evoking the best memories and sensations of an island getaway.
Learn how to make a delicious pineapple mocktail that you’ll want to sip on a regular basis during porch season.
Pineapple Mocktail Ingredients
To make this pineapple mocktail in just five minutes, you’ll need ice and six ingredients.
- Fresh mint sprigs: It adds a wonderful aromatic flavour to cocktails and its rich green colour and texture lends a floral freshness – feel free to leave out the mint if you’re not a fan.
- Pineapple juice (such as Libby’s): If you have a juicer, fresh pineapple juice is great, but we tried the bottled version and it was delicious.
- Fresh lime juice: Freshness really matters here, so squeeze your own lime for the best flavor.
- Vanilla and pineapple syrup: Torani makes a variety of syrups including these two, so look for them in the coffee aisle or near the cocktail mixers.
- Large egg: Use only egg whites in this drink, even pasteurized ones will do.
Robbie Lozano, Food Stylist: Emily Neighbors-Hall
How to Make a Pineapple Mocktail
Pineapple mocktails can be made in just 3 steps, full recipe below: Here is a simple guide:
- Step 1. Prepare the mint. Stir the mint sprigs in a cocktail shaker until fragrant, or use the handle of a wooden spoon if you don’t have a stirrer.
- Step 2. Add ingredients and shake. Add remaining ingredients to shaker. Add ice and shake vigorously until mixture is very cold and bubbly (approximately 30 seconds).
- Step 3. Strain the mocktail: Strain into a coupe glass and garnish with another mint sprig.
What does a pineapple mocktail taste like?
This sweet pineapple mocktail is refreshing and not too sweet. Fresh lime juice balances the tartness of the pineapple juice, while crushed mint adds a refreshing, bright herbal note.
The addition of egg whites, vanilla, and pineapple syrup gives it texture and mouthfeel, making it taste more like a cocktail, and the egg whites also create a light, frothy head that enhances the drinkability.
Tips for the best pineapple mocktail
To make this drink even more amazing, keep the following points in mind:
- Bottled: To save some prep work, you can use bottled lime juice instead of fresh.
- Rocky Point: To make this drink cold for summer, pour into a rocks or collins glass with ice.
- Egg replacement: If you want a vegan drink, use vegan foam or aquafaba instead of egg whites.
What goes well with a pineapple mocktail?
You won’t have to ask us twice to enjoy this drink on its own, but if you want to build a menu around it, you can serve it with grilled meat or vegetable kebabs, or with summer appetizers like watermelon wedges in pepper sauce or grilled okra and bell pepper skewers.
Robbie Lozano, Food Stylist: Emily Neighbors-Hall
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