🍹 The Captain’s Pinkity Drinkity: <br> A Frozen Favorite with Island Roots 

Some cocktails are born from mixology. Others? From sun-drenched decks, shared laughter, and a blender that never got a break. The Captain’s Pinkity Drinkity is the latter — a fruity, frozen masterpiece that began as a tropical experiment during a family escape to St. John, Marcus’s favorite island in the world. 

🌴 First Sip of Paradise 

Meri and Marcus first set foot on St. John together for a special occasion: celebrating Meri’s friend Val’s 50th birthday. The island’s lush hills, crystal-clear water, and laid-back energy cast a spell on them. It wasn’t long before they looked at each other and said: we have to bring the family here. 

🏝 Family, Fun & Frozen Drinks in Chocolate Hole 

They made it happen. A return trip — this time with their daughters, and Marcus’s brother Scott and his wife Pam — for a week-long stay in a stunning villa perched above Chocolate Hole. The view? Unbeatable. The vibe? Pure joy. And the blender? Always running. 

As the sun blazed and the pool sparkled, fruity concoctions began taking shape. After a few rounds of “add a little more of this” and “how about some coconut?”, the ultimate frozen drink emerged: 
a creamy, strawberry-pineapple-lime cocktail with a rum-forward finish. 
They called it… the Pinkity Drinkity. And it stuck. 

🧉 The Recipe: Captain’s Pinkity Drinkity 

A frozen favorite, this tropical delight brings the Caribbean home: 

Ingredients: 

• 2 oz white rum 

• 1½ oz cream of coconut 

• 2 oz strawberry daiquiri mix 

• ½ cup fresh (or frozen) pineapple chunks 

• ½ oz fresh lime juice 

• 1 cup ice 

Instructions: 
Blend all ingredients until smooth and pour into a tall glass. Garnish with pineapple or strawberry. Kick back. Smile. Repeat. 

⛵ Island Adventures That Inspired the Drink 

Their days on St. John were packed with everything that makes the island unforgettable: 

• Sailing & Snorkeling with Seas the Day Charters — Gliding over turquoise waters, spotting sea turtles, and soaking up the salty breeze.  There is great snorking at so many remote Cays, the boat charter is a must. 

• Exploring Cruz Bay — From boutique shopping to sipping rum punches in vibrant cafés. 

• Jeep Rentals & Beach-Hopping — Hawks Nest Beach quickly became a family favorite for its calm waters and stunning views.  Besides the amazing sea turtles, Sarrah spotted an octopus! 

• Hiking in the Virgin Islands National Park — Sweaty, scenic, and totally worth it. 

• Villa Lounging — Poolside naps, starlit dinners, and those blender-fueled afternoons where the Pinkity Drinkity became legend.  The only downside of lounging by the pool was fighting for patio space with the Iguanas, which were everywhere. 

📍 From St. John to Westbrook 

Back home in Connecticut, the spirit of St. John still lingers — in memories, photos, and now, in the glass. The Captain’s Pinkity Drinkity is a toast to island dreams, spontaneous recipes, and the people who make them unforgettable.