Pineapple Parlay
Be the first to rate
Curiada Ingredients
Other Ingredients
- 2.00 fl oz Fresh pressed pineapple juice
Directions
-
Chill martini glass
-
Add all ingredients to cocktail shaker
-
Add ice to shaker
-
Shake vigorously
-
Fine strain into chilled martini glass
-
Garnish with Luxardo Maraschino cherry
Cocktail Description
A forgotten tropical treasure from cocktail's golden age, the Pineapple Parlay strikes a perfect balance between sweet fruit and sophisticated spirits.
This elegant martini combines the botanical complexity of London Dry gin with Luxardo's rich cherry sweetness, while fresh pineapple juice provides a tropical brightness without becoming cloying. The result is surprisingly complex—at once crisp, fruity, and subtly herbal with a silky mouthfeel. Perfect for warm summer evenings or as an unexpected aperitif before dinner, it offers sophistication without pretension. Even novice home bartenders can craft this cocktail with ease, requiring just a few quality ingredients and basic shaking technique. The Pineapple Parlay pairs beautifully with seafood dishes, particularly grilled shrimp or sea bass, and stands up nicely to moderately spicy Asian cuisine where its fruit notes complement rather than compete with the food's flavors.
Leave a Comment