Pineapple Ginger Crush

This refreshing and zesty cocktail combines the tropical flavors of pineapple, the warmth of ginger, and the citrusy tang of lime to create a delightful summer beverage. Blended with a hint of mint and a splash of gin, this cocktail is a tantalizing mix of sweet and spicy flavors that will invigorate your taste buds.

Pineapple Ginger Crush

A refreshing and zesty cocktail blending pineapple, ginger, lime, and mint with a touch of gin and ginger beer.

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Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Total Time 20 mins

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup coarsely chopped pineapple
  • Juice of 1 lime and 1/2 orange
  • 1 1/2 tsp finely grated ginger
  • 3/4 oz gin
  • To taste: ginger beer
  • To serve: lemon, lime, and orange slices and mint
  • 1 1/2 tbsp caster sugar
  • 1/2 vanilla bean, split and seeds scraped
  • 1/4 cup firmly packed mint

Instructions

  1. In a saucepan, dissolve sugar in 1/2 cup of water over medium-high heat, add vanilla bean and seeds, bring to a boil, and cook until a light syrup forms.
  2. Remove from heat, add mint, pour into a container, and refrigerate until chilled. Strain, discard mint, and return vanilla pod to the syrup.
  3. Pulse pineapple in a food processor until finely chopped, then transfer to a jug.
  4. Add lime and orange juices, grated ginger, and the chilled vanilla-mint syrup to the jug and stir.
  5. Add gin and plenty of ice, then stir to chill.
  6. Top up with ginger beer to taste and serve garnished with citrus slices and mint.