Thirsty Thursday is painting the sky with the Caribbean Sunset Martini. This visually stunning cocktail layers white rum, orange liqueur, and tropical fruit juices with a gorgeous grenadine gradient that mimics a perfect sunset. The layered presentation makes it as Instagram-worthy as it is delicious, bringing those warm Caribbean vibes straight to your glass.
If you’re drawn to tropical martinis with flair, try our Pomegranate Martini for another beautifully colored cocktail or the Valentine’s Day Chocolate Covered Strawberry Martini for luxurious layered elegance. Both deliver that same wow factor with sophisticated flavor profiles.
Caribbean Sunset Martini
This visually stunning martini layers tropical rum and citrus flavors with a gorgeous grenadine sunset effect that’s as beautiful as it is delicious.
4
servings30
minutes40
minutes300
kcal1
hour10
minutesIngredients
1.5 oz white rum
1.0 oz orange liqueur
1.0 oz pineapple juice
0.5 oz lime juice
0.5 oz grenadine
1 slice lime
1 slice orange
Directions
- Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice cubes to ensure your drink is thoroughly chilled.
- Add the white rum, orange liqueur, pineapple juice, and lime juice to the shaker.
- Shake vigorously for about 20 seconds to properly mix and chill the ingredients.
- In a chilled martini glass, slowly pour the grenadine so it settles at the bottom.
- Strain the shaken cocktail mixture over the back of a spoon into the glass to create a layered effect.
- Garnish the drink with a slice of lime and a slice of orange for a tropical touch.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the vibrant colors and refreshing flavors of the Caribbean Sunset Martini.
Nutrition Facts
- Total number of serves: 4
- Calories: 250kcal
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 620mg
- Potassium: 400mg
- Sugar: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Calcium: 60mg
- Iron: 2mg
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