Virgin Piña Colada

Name: Virgin Piña Colada
Ingredients: Cream of coconut — 60 ml (2 oz); Pineapple juice — 150 ml (5 oz)

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Hurricane glass

Glass

Pineapple wedge and cherry

Garnish

Ingredients

Cream of coconut — 60 ml (2 oz)
Pineapple juice — 150 ml (5 oz)

Method

Add all ingredients to a blender with a cup of ice.
Blend until smooth.
Pour into a hurricane glass.
Garnish with a pineapple wedge and cherry.

Description: A blended, tropical coconut and pineapple mocktail carrying all the flavor of the classic without the rum.

Cultural Background: A natural non-alcoholic adaptation of Puerto Rico's national drink, popular at family-friendly resorts and pool bars.

Tips: Use cream of coconut (sweetened), not coconut milk or water, for the correct rich texture.

Variations: Blend with fresh strawberries for a fruity, colorful variation.

Serving Suggestion: Serve immediately while still frosty from the blender.

Nutrition: Approx. 260 kcal per serving

FAQs:

Q: Can I make this lower in sugar?
A: Using unsweetened coconut cream with a smaller added sweetener adjusts the sugar level, though it changes the classic texture somewhat.