Elevation Change: A Bright + Tropical Cocktail With Rye Whiskey And Aged Rum
Maybe you think of lazy summer afternoons or beach getaways when you think of pineapples. For me, I am transported back to sea level in my grandfather’s balmy, shaded backyard in Florida, where he grew pineapples from their discarded tops. While we can’t grow pineapples here on the Western Slope of Colorado, we can thankfully find them — often year-round — in local grocery stores.
This bright, tropical cocktail captures the essence of summer and welcomes cozier, fall-ready spice tones with the help of aged rum and rye whiskey. The secret to really elevating this drink? Freshly pressed juice from grilled pineapple. Sure, you can opt for store-bought pineapple juice in a pinch, but taking the time to char and juice fresh pineapple slices adds another layer to this already-complex cocktail.
Originally published in the Fall 2023 issue of Spoke+Blossom.