Tropical Salted Caramel-tini: Indulgent Salted Caramel Cocktail
Aug 31, 2025
If y’all want a pineapple whiskey cocktail with real personality, the Tropical Salted Caramel tini is the move. It blends rich salted caramel whiskey with bright tropical fruit for a drink that feels indulgent and refreshing at the same time.
Created by The Sauceress, this one brings the tropics to any gathering. It is balanced. It is fun. It is easy to love.
What is the Tropical Salted Caramel-tini?
This drink is not your usual whiskey sour. It starts with Knucklenoggin Salted Caramel Whiskey for a smooth and buttery base. Fresh pineapple juice adds brightness. Banana and passion fruit liqueur bring tropical depth. The mix lands in a place that is sweet, tart and polished. Perfect for a party or a quiet night when you want something special.
How to Make the Tropical Salted Caramel-tini
Simple steps. Serious flavor.
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz Knucklenoggin' Salted Caramel Whiskey
- 1 oz Passion Fruit Liqueur (she used Chinola)
- .5 oz Banana Liqueur (she used Giffardusa)
- 1 oz Fresh Pineapple Juice
- Squeeze of Lemon
- Squeeze of Lime
- 5 dashes El Guapo™ Polynesian Kiss Bitters
- Tropical fruit or flowers, for garnish
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Fill a mixing glass with ice.
- Add the whiskey, passion fruit liqueur, banana liqueur, pineapple juice, lemon, lime and Polynesian Kiss Bitters.
- Stir briefly to chill and blend.
- Strain into a chilled martini glass or any pretty stemmed glass you love.
- Add a few fresh ice cubes if you want it extra cold.
- Garnish with pineapple or a bright tropical flower.
Bridging Sweet and Tropical with Polynesian Kiss Bitters
This cocktail succeeds because the flavors stay balanced. Salted caramel whiskey can lean rich but fresh fruit pulls it forward. Polynesian Kiss Bitters add passion fruit, guava and subtle spice. The bitters act like a bridge, keeping the sweet and tropical notes in harmony. It is the kind of drink bartenders swear by and grandmothers hoard.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I substitute the salted caramel whiskey?
Yes. You can use a standard whiskey or bourbon with a little salted caramel syrup. A flavored whiskey like Knucklenoggin keeps the process simple and the flavor consistent.
What's the difference between a martini and this cocktail?
A classic martini uses gin or vodka with vermouth. This drink is whiskey based. It is served in a martini glass because it looks good there.
