If you’re looking for a light and refreshing pineapple rum cocktail, this Pineapple Rum Spritz is about to become your new favorite happy hour drink.
Made with golden raisin infused rum, pineapple juice, sparkling water, fresh lime, honey syrup and juicy rum infused golden raisins, this tropical cocktail strikes the perfect balance between fruity, bubbly, and refreshing. It’s everything I want in a summer drink! Easy to make, not overly sweet, and fancy enough to serve when friends come over.
The golden raisin infused rum might sound a little unexpected, but trust me, it’s the ingredient that takes this pineapple rum spritz from good to unforgettable. It adds a subtle caramel-like sweetness that pairs beautifully with the bright pineapple and citrus flavors.
Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue, lounging by the pool, or simply pretending you’re on a tropical vacation from your patio, this sparkling pineapple rum cocktail delivers vacation vibes in every sip.
Golden raisin rum adds warm caramel and vanilla notes that complement the pineapple juice beautifully.
The tropical base of this cocktail that gives it its bright, fruity flavor.
These juicy flavor packed little morsels adds depth and a subtle honey-like sweetness.
Creates the signature spritz effect while keeping the drink light and refreshing.
adds a beautiful floral sweetness
Balances the sweetness and brightens the flavors.
Start by adding golden raisins to a jar and covering them with rum. Let them soak for 5–12 hours, or ideally overnight, until they become plump and infused. Once ready, strain the raisins, reserving the rum-infused liquid—this becomes the base of your cocktail.
Next, place the soaked golden raisins into a cocktail shaker and gently muddle them. This helps release their natural sweetness and deepens the flavor of the finished drink.
Then, add the rum-infused liquid from the raisins, pineapple juice, honey syrup, and fresh lime juice into the shaker. Fill with ice and shake well until chilled.
Fill a glass with fresh ice and strain in the cocktail mixture.
Finally, top with sparkling water and gently stir to combine. Finish with a lime wheel and dried pineapple for a bright tropical garnish.
You could add an extra splash of honey syrup.
Try increasing the rum slightly and reduce the sparkling water.
Adding a splash of coconut water or passionfruit juice would add some extra tropical fun!
A spritz is a cocktail made with sparkling water or sparkling wine that creates a light, bubbly drink.
Golden rum works especially well because its caramel and vanilla notes complement the natural sweetness of pineapple.
You can mix the rum, pineapple juice, lime juice, and syrup in advance. Add the sparkling water just before serving to maintain the bubbles.
Welcome to Claire Bear Bites! Here is where we have the most amount of fun with food. I’m an silly, quirky Aussie living in LA, creating and loving bright, colorful, healthy and delicious plant forward meals.
This deliciously colorful meals are a direct reflection of me and my love for experimenting. Food should make you happy, smile and make you do a weird lil happy dance cause it taste so dang good. Life can be stressful but your food doesn’t need to be! Let’s have fun and eat the rainbow!
Welcome to Claire Bear Bites! Here is where we have the most amount of fun with food. I’m an silly, quirky Aussie living in LA, creating and loving bright, colorful, healthy and delicious plant forward meals.
This deliciously colorful meals are a direct reflection of me and my love for experimenting. Food should make you happy, smile and make you do a weird lil happy dance cause it taste so dang good. Life can be stressful but your food doesn’t need to be! Let’s have fun and eat the rainbow!
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Absolutely loved this recipe!!
Hi Elyssa! Wow, so thrilled you tried this recipe. Such a favorite of mine. Thankyou for trying it! So glad you enjoyed it!