Pina coladas offer delicious treats with surprising health benefits. Pineapple juice contains high amounts of vitamin C and bromelain to aid with digestion while coconut cream contains healthy medium-chain triglycerides for good measure.
This recipe uses Coco Lopez coconut cream, pineapple juice and rum for an effortless homemade treat that tastes just like its real-life counterpart! It’s simple to prepare and delicious too.
Cream of coconut
Cream of coconut is the star ingredient of any pina colada, providing richness and tropical flair. While you can purchase cream of coconut at most grocery stores, Coco Lopez brand is particularly recommended as bartenders use this brand regularly in most large supermarkets where it can usually be found near other mixers or in Latin or Caribbean products aisles.
To achieve optimal results when making this recipe, it is crucial that the correct amount of coconut cream be used – too little or too much can create an inedible drink! In addition, high-quality pineapple juice without added sugars or artificial flavors should also be utilized; garnish it with slices of pineapple or maraschino cherries to enhance both looks and flavors of your cocktail drink!
Blended or shaken, the classic pina colada will whisk you back to sun-kissed beaches and relaxing vacations past. Our recipe below is easy and can please the entire family; for children or non-drinkers who do not drink alcohol, simply leave out the rum for a non-alcoholic option of this refreshing beverage. Enjoy!
Pineapple juice
Pineapple juice is an integral component of the Coco Lopez Pina Colada Recipe, helping keep the drink cool and adding that signature tropical taste that everyone adores. Pineapple juice is widely available at grocery stores in their drink ingredient sections or liquor stores – you could also create your own by blending fresh chunks of pineapple with water!
When creating the perfect pina colada, quality ingredients are key. Start by collecting your necessary items and mixing everything in a cocktail shaker; for best results blend for 30 seconds so all components of the drink have been evenly blended together and smoothed out.
An ideal pina colada begins by selecting the ideal type and ratio of rum, pineapple juice and coconut cream. Too much ice can dilute its flavor; be sure to only use 1 cup of ice per serving. Coco Lopez cream of coconut should also be included; otherwise you run the risk of creating an unpleasant watery beverage that falls flat upon drinking it. You’ll find Coco Lopez cream of coconut in most large supermarkets’ cocktail mixer or international foods sections.
Rum
Rum adds flavor and body to this frozen drink, whether taken alone or as part of a float. Some prefer garnishing their drink with an intact pineapple peel for an elegant touch – though this step is not mandatory.
A great pina colada is all about balance and texture: creamy, sweet and refreshing are its hallmarks. If rum isn’t your cup of tea, you can easily create an alcohol-free pina colada by leaving out this ingredient altogether. For optimal frosty, creamy results use a blender.
When creating a pina colada, it is essential to use the right kind of ice. Too much ice will water down the beverage and dilute its flavors, while using too much coconut cream will water down and dilute its tastes. Coco Lopez cream of coconut has an extremely creamy texture which can be purchased either online or from most liquor stores.