Pina Colada Recipe
Pina Colada Recipe is a sun-kissed classic cocktail that blends fresh pineapple, silky coconut cream, and rum into a creamy, frosty delight. Perfect for sipping on a porch swing or at a summer beach cook-out.
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh pineapple chunks (about half a medium pineapple; ripe, sweet)
- 1 cup coconut cream (chilled; Thai Kitchen or Aroy-D brand)
- 4 oz white rum (Bacardi Superior or Plantation 3 Stars)
- 1–2 tbsp simple syrup (see Notes for DIY low-sugar option)
- 1 cup ice cubes (crushed ice if you like it slushy)
Instructions
- Cut pineapple into 1-inch chunks. Fresh fruit yields the brightest flavor.
- Scoop the thick top layer into your blender—reserve any clear liquid for another drink.
- Add pineapple, coconut cream, rum, simple syrup, and half the ice to a blender. Pulse once to combine.
- Toss in remaining ice cubes, then blend until smooth and frosty. Listen for complete ice breakdown.
- Give it a quick sip—adjust sweetness with more syrup or a squeeze of lime.
- Pour into chilled glasses, garnish with a pineapple wedge and lime wheel, and an optional paper umbrella.
Notes
Choose a ripe pineapple and chill coconut cream overnight. For a mocktail, skip the rum and enjoy a non-alcoholic version.
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