Learn how to make Pink Pineapple Juice! This fresh squeezed, colorful pink drink is super easy to make (no juicer required), and it's so delicious and refreshing. You'll love its unique sweet and tangy flavor!
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Ginnie's Take
Have you tried a Pinkglow Pineapple? I can't resist picking one up whenever I spot them. They are such a fun novelty, and their sweet flavor and vibrant pink color are simply irresistible! While I love snacking on this colorful, juicy fruit, they're even more unexpected when showcased in recipes (hello, Pink Salsa!). This vibrant Pink Pineapple Juice is one of my favorite ways to use this one-of-a-kind fruit, and I just know you're going to fall for this lovely Pink Juice, too!
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Delicious Flavor - Pink pineapples are sweeter, juicier, and less tart tasting than normal pineapples. They truly make the most delightful juice!
- Super Easy (No Juicer Required) - The recipe is super simple to make, and there's no juicer required. Best of all? This homemade juice is ready in minutes.
- Sure to Impress - This pink drink is guaranteed to make your next breakfast, brunch, or party more memorable! Serve it as-is, or turn it into a cocktail or mocktail. You'll find lots of tips below!
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Ingredients
You only need one ingredient to make this fresh squeezed juice: a Pinkglow Pineapple! These rose-colored pineapples are grown exclusively by Del Monte in Costa Rica, and they are only available in the U.S. (although not Hawaii) and Canada. They can be a little hard to find, and they're definitely a splurge. I've found them in Dallas for about $8 to $10 (H Mart had the best price), and they're sold in an individual box. You can also purchase them online, although they are much more expensive. Note: Although these pineapples are only available from one brand, I purchased them with my own money. This is not sponsored post.
You'll Also Need
The only tools you'll need are a sharp knife to prep the pineapple, a blender to puree it, and a fine mesh strainer and a medium bowl to strain the juice (if desired). My high powered Ninja Blender easily handled the job in minutes!
How to Make Pink Pineapple Juice
This tasty Pink Pineapple Drink couldn't be easier to make! You'll find a detailed recipe card below, but here's a quick overview of the process:
- Prep fruit. Use a sharp knife to peel and core your pineapple, then cut it into chunks. Tip: Love a gadget? This pineapple corer gets the job done fast!
- Puree. Transfer the pineapple chunks to your blender, then blend until smooth. Tip: If you don't have a high speed blender, you may need to stop and stir the mixture a few times as it blends.
- Strain. Place a fine mesh strainer over a medium bowl, then add the pureed pineapple. Use a spatula to stir the puree. Once most of the liquid has been removed, press on the pulp to extract as much juice as possible. Tip: You can drink this juice without straining it, too. The texture is similar to a light smoothie.
Okay, time to enjoy your Pink Pineapple Juice! Wasn't that easy?
Variations
While this colorful drink is pretty perfect as-is, here are some variations you can try:
- Fruit Blend - Puree the pineapple with other fruits, such as apples, pears, or berries to create a custom blend.
- Regular Pineapple - If you can't find a Pinkglow Pineapple (or can't afford one), blend a normal pineapple with your favorite red fruit (such as strawberries, cherries, raspberries, or pomegranate seeds) to create the pink drink.
- Soda - Mix the juice with sparkling water and a little simple syrup to create a homemade soda.
- Lemonade - Stir the juice into Lemonade to create a gorgeous pink lemonade.
- Cocktail - Use the juice to make mimosas or a Pineapple Mojito. You could also serve it over ice with a shot of vodka, gin, rum, or tequila, plus a squeeze of lemon (or lime), for a simple cocktail.
- Mocktail - For a quick mocktail, mix with sparkling water and add a generous squeeze of lemon, lime, or orange juice.
Storage
Refrigerate your fresh Pinkglow Pineapple Juice in an airtight container (a small covered pitcher, mason jar, or carafe would all work great). Drink the juice within a day or two for the best flavor.
Related Recipes
Looking for more Pinkglow Pineapple recipes? Make my Pink Pineapple Salsa next. It's so delish paired with chips! You could also use this pink fruit in any of my fresh pineapple recipes, like these Overnight Oats or this Breakfast Parfait.
Try my other juice recipes, too:
- This refreshing Pomegranate Juice is truly a treat, and much easier to make than you'd think!
- Craving more tropical flavors? Then this yummy Mango Juice recipe is for you.
- This flavorful homemade Watermelon Juice is the best way to use up lots of melon!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Pink pineapples have been genetically modified to produce lower levels of the enzymes found in conventional pineapple that convert the pink pigment lycopene into the yellow pigment beta carotene. According to the FDA, they are just as safe and nutritious as conventional pineapples. Read more about GMOs and food safety.
Pink pineapples (also known as Pinkglow pineapples) are sweeter, juicier, and less tart tasting than regular pineapples.
Pink pineapples are sold in the U.S. and Canada only (you can purchase them online here). They are not available in Hawaii. I've found them at a number of my local grocery stores. Use this store locator to track one down near you.
Pink pineapples are expensive because they took years to develop, they're only grown in Costa Rica, and they're produced in limited quantities. All of which makes them rare. If you can track them down locally, it's much less expensive than purchasing the pineapples online (about $8-$10 in grocery stores vs. $30+ online). It also pays to shop around. The pineapples I found at H Mart (a large Asian grocery store chain) were about one to two dollars less than those I found elsewhere.
Pink Pineapple Juice
Ingredients
- 1 pink pineapple
Equipment
Instructions
- Peel and core the pineapple, then chop into chunks.
- Add the chopped pineapple to your blender. Puree until smooth (about 1 to 2 minutes, depending on your blender). Stop and stir, if needed.
- Place a fine mesh strainer over a medium bowl. Add the pureed pineapple, then use a spatula to stir the puree and press on the pulp, extracting as much juice as possible. (Note: This step is optional, and the juice can also be served unstrained.)
- Serve juice immediately or chill until ready to drink. Enjoy!
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