Honolulu Cocktail No.1

Daiquiri/Classic Sours & Riffs • July 01, 2026

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A photo of the Honolulu Cocktail No.1 cocktail containing Beefeater London Dry Gin, Freshly squeezed orange juice, Fresh pressed pineapple juice, Freshly squeezed lemon juice, Giffard Sugar Cane Syrup (Sirop Sucre de Canne) in a Martini.

Curiada Ingredients

Other Ingredients

  • 0.25 fl oz Freshly squeezed orange juice
  • 0.25 fl oz Fresh pressed pineapple juice
  • 0.25 fl oz Freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 0.25 fl oz Giffard Sugar Cane Syrup (Sirop Sucre de Canne)

Directions

  • Chill martini glass
  • Add all ingredients to cocktail shaker
  • Add ice to shaker
  • Shake vigorously
  • Fine strain into chilled martini glass
  • Garnish with pineapple wedge and Luxardo Maraschino cherry

Cocktail Description

This isn't your grandfather's martini—it's a sun-drenched reinvention that swaps vermouth for tropical fruit juices and trades elegance for pure vacation vibes.

The Tropical Gin Martini brings together Beefeater's classic juniper backbone with a bright trio of freshly squeezed orange, pineapple, and lemon juices, all rounded out with Giffard's subtle sugar cane syrup. You'll get a drink that tastes like a sophisticated tropical getaway—citrusy and refreshing with gin's botanical complexity keeping things interesting instead of cloyingly sweet. It's surprisingly easy to make at home as long as you're willing to do a bit of juicing, and shaking everything together takes just minutes before you fine strain it into a chilled martini glass. The pineapple wedge and Luxardo cherry garnish aren't just pretty—they signal exactly what kind of drink you're about to enjoy. This works beautifully at summer gatherings, poolside happy hours, or anytime you want to pretend you're somewhere warmer than you actually are. Pair it with lighter fare like ceviche, coconut shrimp, grilled fish tacos, or even Thai-style dishes where the citrus and tropical notes won't compete with bold flavors.