Description
Pina colada whisks tropical paradise straight to your glass with creamy coconut and sweet pineapple dancing together. Caribbean cocktail magic promises refreshing summer sips that transport you to sandy beaches with each delightful blend.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Spirits:
- 1 cup light rum
Fruit Ingredients:
- 2 cups frozen pineapple chunks
- ¼ cup pineapple juice
- 2 slices of pineapple (for garnish)
- 2 maraschino cherries (for garnish)
Other Ingredients:
- ¼ cup coconut cream
- ¼ cup ice cubes
Instructions
- Combine 240 milliliters () of light rum, 60 milliliters (¼ cup) of pineapple juice, 480 grams () of frozen pineapple chunks, and 60 milliliters (¼ cup) of coconut cream in a high-powered blender.
- Add approximately 60 grams (¼ cup) of ice, using a minimal amount to preserve the vibrant tropical flavors.
- Secure the blender lid tightly and pulse on high speed for 60-120 seconds, ensuring a silky smooth texture throughout the mixture.
- Pause blending if any ice chunks remain, gently stirring to incorporate all ingredients evenly and create a consistent, creamy consistency.
- Select pre-chilled serving glasses to enhance the drinking experience and maintain the beverage’s refreshing temperature.
- Delicately transfer the blended Piña Colada into the prepared glasses, allowing the drink to settle naturally.
- Elevate the presentation by garnishing each glass with a fresh pineapple wedge and a single maraschino cherry, creating an enticing tropical visual appeal.
Notes
- Tropical cocktails demand precision, so measure ingredients carefully to balance sweet and boozy notes.
- Frozen pineapple chunks create a thicker, more luxurious texture compared to fresh fruit or ice alone.
- Coconut cream provides rich, velvety smoothness that transforms this drink from ordinary to extraordinary.
- Chilling glasses beforehand keeps the drink colder longer, enhancing the refreshing tropical experience.
- Garnishing with fresh pineapple and maraschino cherry adds a professional touch that elevates presentation.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drinks, Snacks
- Method: None
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 370 kcal
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg