Between Decks

Punches • May 07, 2026

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A photo of the Between Decks cocktail containing Beefeater London Dry Gin, Freshly squeezed orange juice, Cranberry juice, Freshly squeezed lime juice, Giffard Sugar Cane Syrup (Sirop Sucre de Canne), Chilled water (reduce if wet ice) in a Collins.

Curiada Ingredients

Other Ingredients

  • 1.00 fl oz Freshly squeezed orange juice
  • 1.00 fl oz Cranberry juice
  • 0.50 fl oz Freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 0.25 fl oz Giffard Sugar Cane Syrup (Sirop Sucre de Canne)
  • 0.50 fl oz Chilled water (reduce if wet ice)

Directions

  • Add ice to shaker
  • Add all ingredients to shaker
  • Shake well with ice
  • Fill Collins glass with fresh ice
  • Strain mixture into ice-filled Collins glass
  • Garnish with pineapple wedge, Luxardo Maraschino cherry, and mint sprig

Cocktail Description

This vibrant riff on the classic Collins swaps soda water for a sunny trio of fruit juices, creating a drink that tastes like a tropical vacation packed into a tall glass.

The Tropical Gin Collins starts with Beefeater's juniper-forward backbone, which gets softened and sweetened by freshly squeezed orange juice and a hint of cranberry for tartness and color. Lime juice keeps everything bright and balanced, while Giffard's sugar cane syrup adds a smooth, natural sweetness that doesn't taste artificial or cloying. The result is refreshing, fruity, and surprisingly sophisticated—less tiki bar kitsch, more garden party elegance with a playful twist. It's an easy shake-and-strain build that anyone can pull off in under five minutes, making it ideal for backyard barbecues, poolside afternoons, or any time you need a crowd-pleasing sipper that looks as good as it tastes. The pineapple wedge, maraschino cherry, and mint sprig garnish add a festive touch that screams summertime fun. Pair this beauty with grilled shrimp skewers, fish tacos, or a fresh fruit salad—anything light and bright that won't compete with the drink's lively, citrus-driven personality.