Pina Colada
- 4 cl light rum
- 6 cl of pineapple juice
- 2 cl coconut syrup
- 4 cl milk
- 70 g ice cubes
- 1 tablespoon dried coconut flakes for garnish
- 1 slice of dried pineapple for garnish
- 1 pcs. highball glass
Ingredients
- Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
- Fill a shaker with ice cubes.
- Add light rum, coconut syrup, pineapple juice, and milk to the shaker.
- Shake thoroughly.
- Strain the mixture into the glass.
- Garnish with dried coconut flakes and a dried slice of pineapple on top.
Instructions
Nice to know
Variations of Pina Colada
There are many variations of Pina Colada, but one thing we never touch: the pineapple juice. In any case, it is the main component of this tasty cocktail. On the other hand, there is unrestricted stroke with the other ingredients in Pina Colada, where you can, for example, make it less sweet or even more creamy.
You can experiment with the room at any time. For example, try a golden, light, spiced, or dark variant, where everyone gives the cocktail an utterly different taste expression. You can also easily adjust the coconut taste with either syrup, cream, or Malibu.
Would you like some specific offers on a different kind of Pina Colada? Try the recipes for Ginger Pina Colada and Colonel Colada.
Pina Colada origin
As with so many other famous and classic cocktails, there is a rift about its origins.
Some claim that Pina Colada has its origins in the hotel The Hilton Caribe in 1954, where employee Ramon Marrero mixed the full-bodied flavor combination. Others believe the cocktail originated at bars in either Puerto Rico, Curacao, or Old San Juan.
Wherever this mouth-watering cocktail has its origins, today it is enjoyed all over the world. You will rarely experience a cocktail bar that does not have Pina Colada on the menu.
Non-alcoholic Pina Colada
Do you want to enjoy a non-alcoholic drink at home, or should guests have the opportunity for your upcoming party? A non-alcoholic Pina Colada is an excellent choice as the taste remains delicious. However, it certainly does not get too sweet without alcohol, as the juice from the glue adds a touch of acidity.
Ingredients
- 3 cl coconut syrup
- 12 cl pineapple juice
- 2 cl whipped cream
- ½ lime
- 115 g ice cubes
Intructions
- Fill the shaker with ice.
- Squeeze lime juice into the shaker.
- Add all other ingredients and shake thoroughly.
- Serve the non-alcoholic Pina Colada in a tall glass.