Ingredients: white rum, coconut cream, pineapple juice, pineapple wedge (for garnish), maraschino cherry (for garnish), ice cubes.
A Piña Colada is a classic tropical cocktail known for its creamy texture and sweet, refreshing flavor. Here’s a traditional recipe for making a Piña Colada:
Ingredients:
- 2 ounces white rum
- 1 ounce coconut cream
- 1 ounce heavy cream (optional, for extra creaminess)
- 6 ounces fresh pineapple juice
- 1/2 cup crushed ice
- Pineapple slice and maraschino cherry for garnish
Instructions:
- Blend the Ingredients: In a blender, combine the white rum, coconut cream, heavy cream (if using), pineapple juice, and crushed ice. Blend until smooth.
- Pour into a Glass: Pour the blended mixture into a chilled glass (traditionally a hurricane glass).
- Garnish: Garnish with a slice of pineapple and a maraschino cherry.
Tips:
- Rum: Use a good quality white rum for the best flavor. Popular choices include Bacardi, Malibu, or Don Q.
- Coconut Cream: Make sure to use coconut cream, not coconut milk, for the rich, creamy texture. Coco Lopez is a popular brand.
- Pineapple Juice: Freshly squeezed pineapple juice gives the best flavor, but canned pineapple juice can also be used.
- Adjust Sweetness: You can adjust the sweetness by adding more or less coconut cream or using sweetened vs. unsweetened pineapple juice.
Enjoy your Piña Colada!
