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This online merchant is located in the United States at 883 E. San Carlos Ave. San Carlos, CA 94070. MSRP is the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price, which may differ from actual selling prices in your area. The Best Pina Colada Mix – This fruity homemade Pina Colada mix recipe is perfect for serving as a refreshing blended frozen drink or on the rocks. Enjoy the best classic Pineapple Coladas with rum or as Virgin Pina Coladas! The Summer Beverage of Choice…Nothing says summer quite like sitting poolside with a frosty blended drink in your hand. Even if I’ve just got my feet splashing in a kiddie pool in the backyard, give me a refreshing frozen beverage and suddenly I feel like I’ve been transported to my favorite resort, complete with palm trees and ocean breezes. And if it’s a fruity and fresh adult drink with a splash (or two) of rum? Now we are talking full-on summer vacation mode happiness anywhere you are! The Best Pina Colada RecipeThere are so many terrifically delicious alcoholic (or non-alcoholic) summer drinks you can make this season. Some of the most popular we’ve shared over the years include this Frozen Coconut Mojito and our Cucumber Ginger Mint Agua Fresca. Check out the Beverages section of the site for even more unique drink recipes! Now added to our lineup of creative smoothies, slushies, and party punches, today we are sharing the most tried and true Pina Colada Mix Recipe. It has the best classic pineapple and coconut flavor, with that perfectly silky frozen texture that you know and love. This simple recipe was designed for Frozen Pina Coladas with rum, but can be served on the rocks and/or as Virgin Pina Coladas. Pina Colada IngredientsHomemade Pina Coladas only require a few simple ingredients and are made in just minutes! Here’s everything you need to make the best homemade Pina Colada Mix:
The combination of white rum and dark rum makes the drinks nice and strong without having too harsh of an alcohol taste. For Virgin Pina Coladas simply skip adding these two ingredients. The most traditional garnishes for Pina Coladas are maraschino cherries and fresh pineapple slices. However, you can also use a lime wedge or a spring of mint. Or even whipped cream if you feel extra festive! How to Make Pina Coladas (with our Amazing Pina Colada Mix Recipe!)There are three easy ways to enjoy this classic Pina Colada mix as perfectly refreshing summer drinks at home:
Garnish with your choice of goodies, like cherries or pineapple slices. Serving homemade Pina Coladas with fancy straws and/or paper cocktail umbrellas is always fun, too! Want your Pina Coladas a bit more potent? Serve them with a floater (an extra shot of dark rum) on the side to be mixed in as needed. Cheers!
Pina Colada GarnishesHere is a mixture of some of the most traditional garnishes and others that would be great additions to your cocktail (or mocktail) that most bartenders or mixologists would add to this tropical vacation drink:
Frequently Asked QuestionsCan I Make Piña Colada Mixes Ahead of Time?Yes, you can! Blend all of the ingredients together except for the frozen pineapple chunks and ice, and keep in an airtight container in the fridge for several days until you are ready to enjoy. Then to make blended frozen Pina Coladas, combine the refrigerated mix with frozen pineapple and ice in the blender. For Pina Coladas on the rocks, simply pour the pre-made mix over ice and serve. What Can I Use Instead of Rum in This Classic Drink?No rum? No problem! Vodka is a common substitute for rum in Pina Coladas. However, since vodka definitely has a distinct taste and lacks the sweetness of rum, it’s recommended that you add a splash of simple syrup or extra pineapple juice to the classic homemade Pina Colada Mix Recipe. Skip the alcohol altogether for a Virgin Pina Colada. You can add a few shots of coconut milk to make up for the alcohol and create an even creamier texture. Want your Pina Coladas a bit more potent?Serve them with a floater (extra shot of dark rum or light rum) on the side to be mixed in as needed from your favorite liquor store. Looking for More Refreshing Summer Drink Recipes?
Check the printable recipe card below for the nutrition information including calories, carbohydrates, cholesterol, sugar, and vitamin c percentages. The Best Pina Colada Mix RecipeThis fruity homemade Pina Colada mix recipe is perfect for serving as a refreshing blended frozen drink or on the rocks. Enjoy the best classic pineapple coladas with rum or as Virgin Pina Coladas! Servings: 2 drinks
Want your Pina Coladas a bit more potent? Serve them with a floater (extra shot of rum) on the side to be mixed in as needed. Pina Colada Garnishes: The most traditional garnishes are maraschino cherries and fresh pineapple slices. However, you can also use a lime wedge or a spring of mint. Paper umbrellas are also fun! Serving: 1drink, Calories: 478kcal, Carbohydrates: 58g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 12g, Saturated Fat: 11g, Sodium: 48mg, Potassium: 55mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 54g, Vitamin C: 7mg, Calcium: 11mg, Iron: 1mg Making this recipe? Follow us on Instagram and tag @ASpicyPerspective so we can share what you’re cooking! 5 SECRETS EVERY CHEF SHOULD KNOWNEW! FREE EMAIL SERIES What alcohol is good in Piña Colada?Ingredients for Making Piña Coladas
RUM: Rum is the base alcohol. Choose a white rum for this cocktail, rather than the more strongly flavored aged rums. Mount Gay is a smooth and affordable option. COCONUT: For the coconut component, use cream of coconut.
What does Piña Colada mix well with?Jordan's Skinny Piña Colada Mix is perfect when paired with rum or vodka, frozen or on the rocks. It is also an ideal addition to a mocktail menu.
Is white or dark rum better for Piña Colada?Use Dark Rum, Not White
While the original Piña Colada recipe from the Caribe Hilton calls for either a Puerto Rican white rum or a gold rum at the base, using a dark rum gives the drink more depth and character. “It gives a bite to it,” says McCoy.
Is vodka and Piña Colada good?This Piña Colada with vodka is just as good as the original, in our opinion. It's surprising how well it holds up to the rum-based classic.
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