Pineapple whisky drinks that taste like sunshine
Pineapple and whisky might not be the pairing you expect this time of year, but that’s exactly why it works. Bold, refreshing and made for everything from spontaneous get-togethers to long nights with good company.
From easy two-ingredient serves to tropical cocktail twists, here are our favourite ways to mix pineapple with Ballantine’s.
Meet Ballantine’s Sunshine
If summer came in a bottle, it would probably look a bit like this. Ballantine’s Sunshine blends juicy pineapple flavour with the smooth taste of Ballantine’s whisky for an easy-going tropical twist.
Try it long with soda water, lemonade or ginger ale. Or use it as the shortcut to your next favourite cocktail. Like these pineapple whisky drinks…
Pineapple and whisky cocktail recipes
Triple Pineapple
Three times the pineapple. Three times the fun. Our Triple Pineapple Highball doesn’t do subtle. Pineapple juice, fresh pineapple and Ballantine’s Sunshine come together in one seriously tropical drink.
A must-have for BBQs, garden hangs and anywhere with a deckchair. It disappears almost as quickly as you can make it.
Whisky Piña Colada
Whisky brings a mellow twist to the classic Piña Colada. Our Whisky Piña keeps the essentials—pineapple juice and coconut cream—and swaps out the rum for whisky to make it a little smoother, a little deeper and more versatile.
Serve over crushed ice or blitz it frozen. Top with a cherry and pineapple wedge if you’re feeling nostalgic.
Spicy Piña
Same Piña Colada vibes, but with a kick. This Spicy Piña Colada adds red chilli to the mix for a sweet and spicy cocktail that dials things up a notch.
The balance of pineapple, coconut and heat makes it perfect for late summer nights or sundowners with a twist.
Whisky and Pineapple Juice
Simple, bright and always a win. Pineapple juice and whisky is a classic combo you can pour without thinking.
Use Ballantine’s Finest for a balanced, smooth serve. Or change things up with Ballantine’s 7 American Barrel for a hint of extra smooth vanilla. Ballantine’s Brasil adds a hit of zesty lime that takes it to beachy new heights, and of course, Ballantine’s Sunshine is the one when you just can’t get enough of your favourite tropical fruit.
Mix 50ml of your whisky of choice with 100ml chilled pineapple juice. Pour over ice, garnish with a wedge of lime or a slice of pineapple, and enjoy.
Whisky Pineapple Punch
Some drinks are made one at a time. This isn’t one of them. A whisky pineapple punch keeps things easy, breezy, and full of flavour.
Grab a large jug or drinks dispenser and combine:
Stir well and serve in tumblers with fruit garnish. Want it sharper? Add a splash of lime juice. Want it sweeter? Try ginger ale instead of soda.
Ray of Sunshine
Sunshine’s signature serve. Ray of Sunshine combines mango, pineapple and lime. It doesn’t get more tropical than this.
Pour over ice, garnish with a slice of mango and sip in style. It’s light, refreshing and ideal for garden chill sessions.
The Guadalupe
This whisky cocktail is a tropical remix that pulls out all the stops. Sweet, smoky and citrusy, The Guadalupe brings roasted pineapple, lemon and maple syrup together for a drink that feels like a holiday.
Here’s how to make it:
Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake well, strain into a chilled glass, and top with grated nutmeg and grilled pineapple. Serve when you want to seriously impress.
Ready to turn the pineapple up?
Whether you’re keeping it simple or going all-in on the cocktail kit, there’s a pineapple whisky drink to suit every moment. And if you’re into those laid-back tropical flavours, grab a bottle of Ballantine’s Sunshine and start mixing. Everything tastes better under the sun.
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