Green Hawaiian

When you think of Hawaii, you picture swaying palm trees, crystal clear waters, and vibrant island flavors. This green Hawaiian cocktail captures the tropical essence in a single sip. With a mix of smooth coconut rum, crisp vodka, tangy pineapple juice, and a splash of citrusy soda this bright green drink is the perfect way to bring a little paradise to your glass.

Ingredients for green Hawaiian

Coconut rum

Vodka

Blue curacao

Pineapple juice

Lemon-lime soda

Ice

Optional garnishes are a pineapple wedge and a maraschino cherry or just a little umbrella like I did.

Why you’ll love this cocktail:

This cocktail is not only stunning with it’s vibrant green hue, but it also delivers the perfect balance of tropical sweetness and citrusy zing. The coconut rum adds a smooth, beachy flavor, while the pineapple juice and soda keep it light and refreshing.

Perfect pairings:

Pair your green Hawaiian with Hawaiian-style BBQ, fresh fruit skewers, or even a bowl of coconut shrimp. Whether you’re hosting a summer party, enjoying a night in, or just dreaming of your next ocean getaway, this cocktail is your ticket to paradise.

Recipe

Green Hawaiian

(serves 1)

1 1/2 ounces coconut rum

1 ounce vodka

1/2 ounce blue curacao

1 1/2 ounce pineapple juice

Lemon lime soda to top off

Pineapple wedge and maraschino cherry for garnish, optional or just a mini umbrella

1. Fill a shaker with ice and add coconut rum, vodka, blue curacao, and pineapple juice.
2. Shake well until chilled.
3. Strain into a glass filled with ice.
4. Top with lemon0lime soda for a refreshing fizz
5. Garnish with a mini umbrella or a pineapple wedge and cherry for that extra tropical touch.

To Health, wealth, and happiness! Cheers!

On a side note, I’m doing double duty for this cocktail. I wanted a “green” drink for St. Patrick’s Day but I wanted something “beachy” that I could also use for summertime. And the temperatures have been in the 70’s this week after an artic chill of a winter so all I wanted was all the summer vibes.

If you’re looking for a creamier version of this drink, 3 years ago I made a Blue Hawaiian. It uses light rum, blue curacao, pineapple juice, lemon juice, and coconut milk.