This pineapple martini tastes like biting into a ripe, juicy pineapple - bright, a little sweet, and a little tart. It's made with pineapple vodka, fresh pineapple puree, and a homemade sugar-free simple syrup, so there's no added sugar and no sugary liqueur. One shake and you're on vacation.
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The backstory.
Pineapple has always been one of my favorite flavors, and I wanted a pineapple martini that actually tasted like the fruit. Most of the ones I tried leaned on canned juice and sweet liqueurs, which meant a sugar rush and not much real pineapple. So I started blending fresh pineapple into a puree and sweetening it with my own sugar-free syrup. Now it's the drink I make when the sun's out and I finally get to sit down.
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It's a must-make.
This pineapple martini is simple, fresh, and lighter than most cocktails on a restaurant menu.
- Real fruit flavor. Fresh pineapple puree gives it a bright, true pineapple taste you won't get from bottled mixers.
- No sugar added. A sugar-free simple syrup sweetens it, and there's no liqueur, so it has about 6 grams of net carbs per drink.
- Just 5 ingredients. Pineapple vodka, vanilla vodka, puree, syrup, and a squeeze of lemon.
- Party-ready. Make the puree and syrup ahead, and you can shake up a round in minutes.
Shake it, strain it, add a pineapple wedge, and pretend you're somewhere tropical.
Let's talk texture and flavor.
It's smooth and ice-cold, with a silky body from the fresh puree. The pineapple comes through first, then a soft hint of vanilla from the vanilla vodka, and the lemon keeps it from tasting too sweet. It's fruity without being sugary, and it goes down easy.
What you'll need.
Here's everything you need for this pineapple martini - just 5 simple ingredients.
- Pineapple vodka: The base of the drink. Check the label, since a few flavored vodkas have added sugar.
- Vanilla vodka: Adds a soft, creamy note that rounds out the pineapple.
- Fresh pineapple puree: Blend fresh pineapple with a little water and strain it. The recipe card shows you how.
- Sugar-free simple syrup: Made with allulose or monk fruit. It takes 5 minutes, and the recipe is in the card notes.
- Fresh lemon: A squeeze brightens everything. Save a strip of peel for a garnish.
Love fruity martinis? Try my Strawberry Martini or Skinny Peach Martini next.
Customize it your way.
Once you've made this pineapple martini, it's easy to switch things up.
- Swap the lemon for fresh lime juice for a sharper, more tropical twist.
- Add a few chunks of mango to the puree for a pineapple-mango martini.
- Shake in a few fresh mint leaves for a cool, refreshing finish.
- Rim the glass with toasted coconut for a piña colada vibe.
Flexible dietary swaps.
This pineapple martini already has no added sugar, and it's naturally gluten-free and dairy-free.
- Sugar alcohols: If your syrup is sweetened with erythritol, subtract those grams from the total carbs to get net carbs. Large amounts can upset some stomachs, so start with less.
- Regular sugar: Not avoiding sugar? Use a classic simple syrup made with granulated sugar instead.
- Martini with pineapple juice: No fresh pineapple? Use unsweetened pineapple juice in place of the puree. The flavor won't be as bright, and the carbs will be a little higher.
How to make a pineapple vodka martini.
Here's the quick version. Full details are in the recipe card below.
- Make the pineapple puree and sugar-free simple syrup ahead of time and chill them.
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice, then add both vodkas, the puree, the syrup, and fresh lemon juice.
- Cover and shake until the shaker is very cold.
- Strain into a martini glass and garnish with a pineapple wedge or a twist of lemon.
How to enjoy it.
Serve this pineapple martini ice-cold, right after shaking.
- With a slice of fresh pineapple, rind on, resting on the rim of the glass
- In a toasted coconut rim for a party-worthy look
- Inside a hollowed-out pineapple for a fun summer party
- Alongside light bites like my Cold Shrimp Dip or Ham and Cheese Roll-Ups
Kori's tips.
- Pick a ripe pineapple. Smell the bottom - the sweeter it smells, the better. It should feel heavy for its size and give just a little when pressed.
- Make the puree ahead. It keeps in the fridge for 2 days, or freeze it in 1½-ounce portions in an ice cube tray.
- Taste and adjust. Add more syrup for a sweeter drink or less vodka for a lighter one.
- Chill your glass. A few minutes in the freezer keeps the martini cold longer.
FAQ's
It has no added sugar and about 6 grams of net carbs per drink, mostly from the fresh pineapple. That's much lower than martinis made with juice and liqueur.
Yes. Make the puree and syrup up to 2 days ahead. For a party, mix a batch without ice, refrigerate it, and shake each drink with ice just before serving.
Yes, but canned pineapple in its own juice usually has more flavor than frozen. Fresh is best.
Cut around the inside edge about ½ inch from the shell, cut the center into an X, and scoop it out with a large spoon. Use the fruit (minus the core) for the puree, then serve the martini right in the pineapple.
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📖 The recipe.
Pineapple Martini Recipe (No Sugar Added)
Ingredients
- 2 ounces pineapple vodka
- 1 ounce vanilla vodka
- 1½ ounces pineapple puree (see notes below)
- 1 ounce sugar-free simple syrup see notes below
- ¼ to ½ lemon (cut into wedges, squeezed; add to taste)
Instructions
- Add ice, both vodka, pineapple juice, syrup, and fresh lemon juice to the cocktail shaker.
- Cover and shake well until chilled.
- Using a cocktail strainer, pour liquid into a martini glass and adjust ingredients to your liking.
- Garnish with fresh pineapple or a twist of lemon peel.
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