Piña Colada

Name: Piña Colada
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Cuisine: Puerto Rico
Ingredients: 6 cl of white rum; 12 cl of pineapple juice; 6 cl of coconut milk; 2 ice cubes; 1 pineapple

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This creamy cocktail blends white rum with pineapple juice and coconut milk. 🍍 Serve it frozen over crushed ice as an aperitif.

Total time: 10 min
Prep: 10 min
Cook: –
Difficulty: Easy
Per person: €5.00

By the CookinBreak team

Ingredients 5

servings

Estimated cost €5.00

Equipment

Shaker
Cocktail glasses

Instructions

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In a shaker or blender, pour in the white rum, pineapple juice and coconut milk.

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Nutrition facts

per serving · estimate

250kcal

Protein1 g2%
Carbs30 g67%
Fat6 g30%
Fiber1 g

Share of each nutrient in the calories of one serving.

Good to know

Chef's tip

For an even more exotic touch, add a pinch of freshly grated nutmeg on top of your Piña Colada before serving. 🌴 It adds a subtle aromatic note that perfectly complements the tropical flavors of the rum, pineapple, and coconut milk. ✨ A simple little gesture to take your tasting experience to new, heavenly heights! 🍍🥥🍹

Freezing : Can you freeze this recipe?

Not recommended

Freezing and thawing alters the consistency and flavors of the alcoholic liquids.

Storage : How long does it keep?

Not suited to batch cooking. Make it fresh for the best texture and flavor, especially because of the ice.

Making ahead : Can you make it the day before?

Same day

The drink loses its texture as the ice melts and the ingredients oxidize. Prepare just before drinking.

Reheating : How do you reheat it?

Not applicable, it is a refreshing cold drink.

Variations

Alcohol-free version: replace the 6 cl of rum with a little extra pineapple juice.
Blend with more ice cubes for a frozen piña colada with a sorbet-like texture.
Add half a banana to the blender for a thicker, sweeter cocktail.

Mistakes to avoid

Using light coconut milk: the cocktail lacks creaminess. Prefer a full-fat coconut milk.
Shaking too briefly: allow about 15 seconds of shaking to chill and mix the ingredients properly.
Serving in a glass without ice: the cocktail warms up quickly and loses its freshness. Fill the glass with ice cubes.

Frequently asked questions

Which rum should I choose for a piña colada?

The white rum used in this recipe leaves all the room for the pineapple and coconut. Pick a light white rum with a clean finish; an amber rum would add stronger vanilla and caramel notes.

Can you make a piña colada without a shaker?

Yes, a blender works very well: blend the rum, pineapple juice, coconut milk and ice cubes until smooth. Without a blender, a large lidded jar shaken vigorously gives a similar result.

Can I replace the coconut milk with cream of coconut?

Yes, cream of coconut makes the drink richer and sweeter. Taste before serving and add a little pineapple juice if the cocktail seems too thick or too sweet.

How do I make several piña coladas at once?

Multiply the quantities by the number of glasses: 6 cl of white rum, 12 cl of pineapple juice and 6 cl of coconut milk per person. Blend everything with the ice cubes just before serving to keep the cocktail ice cold.