Chartreuse Swizzle Delight

Tropical & Tiki Drinks • December 16, 2025

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A photo of the Chartreuse Swizzle Delight cocktail containing Chartreuse Green, John D. Taylor's Velvet Falernum, Fresh pressed pineapple juice, Freshly squeezed lime juice in a Collins.

Curiada Ingredients

1.25 fl oz Chartreuse Green or alternative
0.50 fl oz John D. Taylor's Velvet Falernum or alternative

Other Ingredients

2.00 fl oz Fresh pressed pineapple juice
0.50 fl oz Freshly squeezed lime juice

Directions

Chill Collins glass
Pour ingredients into chilled glass
Fill glass two-thirds with crushed ice
Swizzle with swizzle stick or churn with barspoon
Add more crushed ice to fill glass
Swizzle again
Garnish with pineapple wedge and Luxardo Maraschino cherry
Serve with straws

Cocktail Description

The Chartreuse Swizzle Delight is a vibrant, emerald-hued tropical escape that combines the 130-herb complexity of Green Chartreuse with the bright acidity of fresh fruits.

Your first sip delivers an intriguing balance of herbal complexity from the Chartreuse, gentle spice from the falernum, and tropical sweetness from fresh pineapple juice, all brightened by lime's sharp acidity. This refreshing cocktail requires a bit of technique with the swizzling method, but the process is more playful than difficult—making it perfect for a weekend afternoon when you have time to enjoy the ritual. The Chartreuse Swizzle Delight shines during warm summer gatherings or as a sophisticated backyard barbecue option, though its herbaceous character makes it a welcome bright spot during winter months too. The cocktail's tropical fruit notes and herbal complexity pair beautifully with spicy Asian cuisines, grilled seafood, or even rich pork dishes where the bright acidity can cut through fatty flavors.