Cake by the ocean cocktail

If you’re looking for a drink that tastes like summer, sounds like fun, and looks like a vacation in a glass, the cake by the ocean cocktail is your new go-to. Inspired by the catchy DNCE hit that had us all dancing in the sand (which I keep hearing on the radio even though it’s a few years old, I literally cannot get this song out of my head which is what inspired me to make this drink), this cocktail is as playful and vibrant as the song itself. Sweet, fruity, and just the right amount of indulgent, it’s the perfect drink for poolside parties, beach days, or anytime you want to bring a little sunshine to your glass.

Flavor profile:

This cocktail is a tropical dessert in a glass. The cake vodka brings in a smooth, vanilla-like sweetness that pairs surprisingly well with the coconut rum’s creamy island vibe. The pineapple and citrus juices cut through with just enough tartness to balance things out, making each sip feel like a mini beach escape.

Perfect for:

• Beach parties
• Bachelorette weekends
• Summer birthdays
• Listening to your favorite guilty pleasure pop playlist

So, crank up the music. slip on your shades, and sip your way into a tropical state of mind. With the cake by the ocean cocktail, every hour is happy hour- no sunscreen required.

Recipe for cake by the ocean cocktail

Cake by the ocean cocktail

(serves 1)

• 1 ounce cake vodka
• 1 ounce coconut rum
• 1 ounce pineapple juice
• 1 ounce orange juice (I used fresh squeezed mandarin juice for a sweeter twist)
• Orange slice and maraschino cherry for garnish, optional

Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Pour in the cake vodka, coconut rum, pineapple juice, and orange or mandarin juice. Shake until well chilled. Strain into a rocks glass filled with ice. Garnish with an orange slice and maraschino cherry.

To health, wealth, and happiness! Cheers!