Ingredients
Method
- Fill a highball glass with ice.
- Pour in the Illadelph Vodka, pineapple juice, and cranberry juice.
- Stir gently to combine.
- Garnish with a lime wedge or pineapple slice.
The Bay Breeze is the ultimate vacation-in-a-glass cocktail. With its bright blend of pineapple and cranberry juices, it delivers a perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors. Whether you’re poolside, on the patio, or simply daydreaming about the beach, this drink hits all the right notes.
Also known as the “Hawaiian Sea Breeze,” this cocktail rose to popularity in the mid-20th century alongside its cousins, the Sea Breeze and Cape Codder. It gained fame in the 1980s thanks to the growing popularity of fruit juice mixers and vodka-based drinks. What sets the Bay Breeze apart is its tropical twist, courtesy of pineapple juice.
This cocktail is a favorite among fans of fruity, refreshing drinks — especially those who enjoy light, beachy flavors. Celebrities like Chrissy Teigen and Jessica Alba have been spotted sipping variations of the Bay Breeze during tropical vacations and brunches.
The clean, organic profile of Illadelph Vodka lets the fruity flavors of this cocktail shine through without any harshness. Its smoothness enhances the balance between sweet pineapple and tart cranberry, while its USDA certification, gluten-free, and kosher credentials make it a natural choice for health-conscious drinkers.
A Bay Breeze is a light, fruit-forward mix of vodka, pineapple juice, and cranberry juice. It’s crisp and beachy, with a balance of sweet pineapple and tart cranberry.
A Sea Breeze uses grapefruit juice instead of pineapple, making it more tart. A Cape Codder is just vodka and cranberry; the Bay Breeze adds pineapple for tropical sweetness.
A common build is 1.5–2 oz vodka, 2 oz pineapple juice, and 2 oz cranberry juice over ice. Adjust cranberry up for more tartness or pineapple up for a softer, sweeter profile.
Choose a smooth, clean vodka so the juices stay bright and balanced—premium options like Illadelph Organic Vodka keep the finish crisp without harshness.
Fresh pineapple juice adds body and natural sweetness; unsweetened cranberry keeps things lively. If using bottled, pick 100% juice (not “cocktail”) for cleaner flavor.
A lime wedge or wheel is classic. A pineapple frond or slice adds a festive, tropical touch.
Yes—combine juices in a pitcher and chill. Add vodka (e.g., Illadelph) to the pitcher right before serving or to each glass individually so guests can choose their strength.
It’s on the lighter side. With 1.5–2 oz vodka in a tall, juicy build, it sips easy—ideal for daytime events and warm evenings.
Top with a splash of soda water for sparkle, or swap pineapple for mango or passion fruit juice. A dash of orange juice leans it toward a Madras-style vibe.
Use unsweetened cranberry, fresh lime garnish, and plenty of ice. You can also increase the cranberry-to-pineapple ratio for a drier finish.
Chill the juices and glassware, build over fresh ice, and stir briefly to keep layers vivid. A high-quality, neutral vodka—such as Illadelph—lets the tropical notes shine.
Absolutely. Mix pineapple and cranberry juices (same ratio) and finish with soda water and a squeeze of lime. It’s refreshing and kid-friendly.
