Description
Tropical paradise meets cocktail magic in this Hawaiian Screwdriver, blending smooth vodka with fresh pineapple juice and a splash of orange liqueur. Sunshine and island vibes dance together, creating a refreshing escape that transports you to warm Hawaiian shores with each delightful sip.
Ingredients
Scale
Spirits:
- 2 ounces (60 ml) vodka
Juices:
- 3 ounces (90 ml) orange juice, chilled
- 3 ounces (90 ml) pineapple juice, chilled
Garnishes and Ice:
- Ice cubes
- 1 orange slice
- 1 pineapple wedge
- 1 maraschino cherry
Instructions
- Chill a highball glass by filling it completely with ice cubes, creating a frosty foundation for this tropical libation.
- Cascade vodka smoothly over the gleaming ice, allowing the clear spirit to settle and create a pristine base.
- Follow the vodka with a vibrant stream of fresh orange juice, watching the liquid swirl and mingle with the previous layer.
- Complete the tropical trio by introducing pineapple juice, which will transform the drink into a sunshine-hued cocktail.
- Using a long bar spoon, gently integrate the juices and vodka with a delicate circular motion, ensuring a harmonious blend without disturbing the ice too aggressively.
- Select a complementary garnish that captures the essence of the islands – choose between a bright orange slice, a golden pineapple wedge, or a festive maraschino cherry.
- Artfully perch the chosen garnish on the glass rim, creating a visual invitation to this refreshing beverage.
- Insert a sleek drinking straw and serve immediately, presenting a cool, tantalizing Hawaiian-inspired cocktail ready to transport taste buds to a tropical paradise.
Notes
- Switch up vodka brands to enhance the tropical flavor profile, choosing smoother options for a more refined taste.
- Freshly squeeze orange and pineapple juice for an authentic, vibrant cocktail that bursts with natural sweetness.
- Add a splash of grenadine for extra color and a hint of pomegranate sweetness that complements the tropical juices.
- Keep ingredients chilled beforehand to maintain the drink’s crisp and refreshing quality without diluting too much ice.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drinks, Cocktails
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg