Sunnier days are upon us, which means you'll be needing lots of refreshing drinks to stay healthy and hydrated. One of the world's favorite fruits — pineapple — is an excellent source of vitamin C and just so happens to be a great beverage addition, too! If that's not reason enough to incorporate more of the tropical delight into your drinking regimen, here are 5 more.

PINEAPPLE COCKTAILS THAT CRUSH

1. PISCO PUNCH - Sunny Spot (Los Angeles)

Photo provided by Sunny Spot.
Photo provided by Sunny Spot.

Brighten your day with a Pisco Punch at Sunny Spot in LA, burtsting with Pisco, habanero pineapple shrub, lemon, lime and Angostura bitters.


2. PINEAPPLE - ZZ's Clam Bar (New York City)

Photo provided by Major Food Group.
Photo provided by Major Food Group.

The simply named "Pineapple" at ZZ's Clam Bar in NYC is a mix of gin, orange and a mysterious blend of spices, all served in a ice cold brass pineapple!


3. APERITIVO - Locanda (San Francisco)

SF - Locanda - Italian - Cocktails lineup with bartender in the background - Eric Wolfinger
Photo provided by Locanda. Photo by Eric Wolfinger.

Dive into several Italian-inspired options at Locanda in SF, including the Aperitivo mixed with Campari, orange, lemon and Prosecco (an Italian white wine).


4. UP IN SMOKE - A-FRAME (Los Angeles)

Photo provided by A-Frame. Photo by Eric Shin.
Photo provided by A-Frame. Photo by Eric Shin.

In Los Angeles, the Up in Smoke at A-Frame is a bracing blend of Vida Mezcal, Altos Tequila, lime, habanero and pineapple.


5. MISSION CHINESE FOOD - Dr. Jacoby's Coconut (New York City)

Photo provided by Mission Chinese Food.
Photo provided by Mission Chinese Food.

Mission Chinese Food in NYC shakes up Dr. Jacoby's Coconut, a refreshing elixir of scotch, coconut, green tea, pineapple and lime juice finished with a togarashi salt rim.