Piña Colada
A tropical rum cocktail with coconut and pineapple.
Learn how to make the perfect Piña Colada cocktail recipe at home. This tropical frozen features rum as the base spirit and is served in a hurricane glass. A great drink anytime, this drink shines in the heat of summer. Get the complete ingredient list, step-by-step mixing instructions, and expert tips.
Piña Colada Ingredients
- 🥃white rum(2 oz)
- 🥥coconut cream(1 oz)
- 🥛heavy cream(1 oz)
- 🍍pineapple juice(6 oz)
- 🥤crushed ice(2 cups)
Mixing Instructions for Piña Colada
- 1.Add all ingredients to a blender
- 2.Blend on high for 10 seconds
- 3.Pour into a hurricane glass
- 4.Garnish with pineapple wedge and cherry
Why These Ingredients For The Perfect Piña Colada?
White rum
A sugar-based spirit offering tropical sweetness. White rum is lighter, while dark rum adds more molasses flavor.
Coconut cream
Adds unique flavor and character to the cocktail, contributing to the overall taste profile and drinking experience.
Heavy cream
Adds unique flavor and character to the cocktail, contributing to the overall taste profile and drinking experience.
Pineapple juice
Adds unique flavor and character to the cocktail, contributing to the overall taste profile and drinking experience.
Crushed ice
Adds unique flavor and character to the cocktail, contributing to the overall taste profile and drinking experience.
Alternative Ingredients
- •Use coconut milk for lighter version
- •Try dark rum for richer flavor
- •Add banana for extra tropical taste
A Piña Colada is best served with
🍽️ Tropical dishes, coconut shrimp, or island cuisine. The creamy coconut pairs with seafood and fruit.
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