Classic Puerto Rican Pina Colada

The pina colada is Puerto Rico’s famous tropical cocktail, blending rum, pineapple, and rich coconut into a cold, creamy drink.

This classic frozen version uses a short ingredient list and plenty of ice for a smooth texture that stays balanced rather than overly sweet.

Use cream of coconut, not unsweetened coconut cream. The sweetened product gives the cocktail its proper body and balance.

Serving Suggestions

Serve immediately with light Caribbean snacks, grilled seafood, or fruit. Offer a straw for the thick frozen texture.

Recipe Notes

For a nonalcoholic version, omit the rum and add an extra ounce of pineapple juice. Blend only until smooth.

Classic Puerto Rican Pina Colada

A creamy frozen Puerto Rican cocktail of white rum, pineapple juice, cream of coconut, and ice.

Servings 1 cocktail

Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Total Time 5 minutes mins

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Equipment

• Blender
• Jigger
• Hurricane glass

Ingredients

 

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Cocktail

• 2 oz white rum
• 1 oz cream of coconut
• 2 oz pineapple juice
• 1 cup ice
• 1 wedge fresh pineapple for garnish
• 1 medium cocktail cherry for garnish

Instructions

 

Blend and Serve:

• Add the rum, cream of coconut, pineapple juice, and ice to a blender.
• Blend just until smooth and creamy, adding a small splash of pineapple juice if needed.
• Pour into a chilled hurricane glass and garnish with pineapple and a cherry.

Notes

• Use cream of coconut for the classic sweetness and texture.
• Do not over-blend or the ice will melt.
• This recipe makes one alcoholic drink; serve responsibly.

Nutrition

Calories: 330kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 35mgFiber: 2gSugar: 34g

Calories: 330kcal

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: Puerto Rican

Keyword: Pina Colada, Pineapple Cocktail, Rum Cocktail