Inside: Even if you don’t drink alcohol, you can still enjoy the refreshing and delicious flavors of the famous piña colada. Keep reading to find out how to make this smooth and creamy beverage.
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Pineapple and coconut are two very popular fruits where I am from. In fact, we had palm trees in our yard growing up! Whenever we were craving a coconut, I just had to ask my dad to cut one down and in a matter of minutes, we could be drinking the delicious coconut water.
Pineapples weren’t quite as readily available, but there was a place about 3 hours from my house where they were grown in very large quantities. On a couple of occasions, I was able to go there and watch how they harvested them. Pineapple is grown in large fields since they need a lot of space to grow. I always remember that the workers had to wear heavy-dutygloves to protect their hands.
With all of that said, we were able to get both fruits at very good prices in my city. That is why we often would accompany our meals with fresh fruit juice. One of my favorite beverages to drink growing up was a virgin piña colada, which we called “piñadas” in Spanish.
A few months ago my husband and I had the opportunity to travel to Cancun to celebrate our anniversary. We had a great time and were able to visit Xcaret park, which was amazing. We also were able to enjoy tons of authentic Mexican food. My husband absolutely fell in love with virgin pina coladas on this trip and had it with every meal pretty much! Ever since we got back, he has still been asking for it.
To find out more about the resort that we stayed at, click here, and for 5 must-see attractions for your visit to Xcaret, click here.
We love this virgin piña colada recipe. It is creamy and refreshing and ideal for those of us that do not drink alcohol. That means that we can also share it with our kids, and of course, they love it too. We understand everyone has different ideas though, and many people like to make this using rum, which is the alcohol that is used in the original version.
What is the difference between a virgin piña colada and a traditionalpiña colada
For either version, you will only need five essential ingredients. Four of those ingredients are used in both versions, and they are:
- Pineapple chunks
- Coconut Cream
- Pineapple Juice
- Ice
The difference is in the final ingredients. For the traditional version, you will add rum. There are different flavors, such as coconut, pineapple, and orange rum which can be popular here.
For the virgin piña colada, you replace the rum with sugar or with sweetened condensed milk. This gives it a more sweet flavor than the traditional version, and we love it!
How do you make a virgin Piña Colada?
There are two simple methods for making aPiña Colada, whether virgin or traditional. The method you choose will determine the consistency of the final product.
The first method is to add all of the ingredients to a blender, in which case the final product has the consistency of a very smooth shaved ice.
The second method just combines the ingredients in a chilled co*cktail shaker. This will result in a smooth flavor without the icy consistency.
This drink is perfect for any celebration or event. With Valentine’s Day coming up, this may be a great idea to add to your menuand I can guarantee it will be a pleasant surprise for the person you share it with!
Let me know in the comments how it turns out.
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Virgin Piña Colada
Even if you don't drink alcohol, you can still enjoy the refreshing and delicious flavors of the famous piña colada. Keep reading to find out how to make this smooth and creamy beverage.
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Total Time10 minutes mins
Course: beverage
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: pina colada
Servings: 6 Cups
Calories: 306kcal
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Pineapple chunks
- 1 Cup Pineapple juice
- 1 Can Coconut Cream
- Ice
- 3/4 Cup Sugar or 1/2 cup condensed milk
Nutrition
Serving: 1Cup | Calories: 306kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Sodium: 3mg | Potassium: 298mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 42g | Vitamin A: 45IU | Vitamin C: 13.9mg | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 1.3mg
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FAQs
What's the Difference? The traditional piña colada is a blended or iced co*cktail that originated in Puerto Rico. It's usually made with white rum, cream of coconut, and pineapple juice. There are quite a few variations, but for this easy, nonalcoholic version, just nix the rum and use coconut milk instead of the cream.
Is coconut milk or coconut cream better for piña colada? ›
However, I've found that cream of coconut makes for the best piña coladas. The cream of coconut makes the drink super rich and creamy, whereas coconut milk is much less sweet and not as intense in flavor.
Is a piña colada a hispanic drink? ›
If you like piña colada, you should know the famous tropical drink was invented in Puerto Rico! The sweet mix of coconut cream, pineapple juice, white rum, and ice was born in San Juan, but the identity of its creator is still an unresolved controversy on the island.
What is the Spanish name for piña colada? ›
The name piña colada (Spanish) literally means "strained pineapple", a reference to the freshly pressed and strained pineapple juice used in the drink's preparation.
What kind of rum is best for piña colada? ›
The 6 Best Rums for Piña Coladas
- Plantation Isle of Fiji Rum.
- Monkey Rum With Toasted Coconut.
- Sugar Island Coconut Rum.
- Brinley Gold Shipwreck Coconut Rum.
- Crusoe Organic Rum.
- Doorly's Macaw White Rum.
The piña colada hails from San Juan, Puerto Rico where it was created by bartender Ramón “Monchito” Marrero at the Caribe Hilton in 1954. He mixed up a fruity blend of rum, coconut cream and pineapple juice and boom.
What can you use instead of coconut cream in a pina colada? ›
No cream of coconut? No problem. You can make a pina colada with coconut milk. This simple take on the classic tropical co*cktail is made without a blender and served on the rocks, but it's just as creamy and delicious as the classic.
Should I use coconut milk or coconut cream? ›
Coconut cream uses a higher ratio of the flesh and has more fat. You'll find coconut cream is used frequently in dessert recipes but can be subbed for coconut milk if you're looking for an extra thick curry sauce. (This Summer Coconut Chickpea Curry from Half Bake Harvest looks fantastic.)
What country makes the best pina colada? ›
There's no question that the best piña colada you´ll ever have will be in Puerto Rico, its birthplace.
What does piña colada mean in English? ›
Piña colada is the Spanish term for “strained pineapple.” The general formula for a piña colada is one part rum, one part pineapple, and a half part coconut.
The name 'Piña Colada' directly translates from Spanish as 'strained pineapple', a reference to the freshly pressed and strained pineapple juice that should ideally be used in the drink's preparation.
What is the national drink of Puerto Rico? ›
Puerto Rico's National Drink: The Piña Colada.
Why is it called a virgin piña colada? ›
While the traditional co*cktail is made with rum, cream of coconut, and freshly strained pineapple juice, we keep things non-alcoholic around here and skip the booze. Piña coladas can be made either blended or shaken with ice. Both are delicious, but we tend to favor the slushier blended version.
How to order Virgin piña colada in Spanish? ›
"Una piña colada sin alcohol, por favor." Remember that the "h" is silent, so the pronunciation is something like "AL-col." A vigin piña colada is a batido de piña con coco sin leche.
Why is it called a virgin pina colada? ›
While the traditional co*cktail is made with rum, cream of coconut, and freshly strained pineapple juice, we keep things non-alcoholic around here and skip the booze. Piña coladas can be made either blended or shaken with ice. Both are delicious, but we tend to favor the slushier blended version.
Can you order a virgin pina colada at a bar? ›
If you're ordering a virgin version of your favorite co*cktail, it will go in the same glass the original is served in. Otherwise, let the bartender know if you have a preference. No one should be able to tell you're drinking a mocktail! It should look exactly like a regular co*cktail when served to you.
What is the meaning of virgin colada? ›
The Pina Colada Is A Blended Or Iced co*cktail Originating From Puerto Rico. It's Usually Made With White Rum, Coconut Cream, And Pineapple Juice, But In This Easy Virgin Recipe, Just Nix The Rum And Use Coconut Milk Instead Of The Coconut Cream.
What alcohol goes in a Piña Colada? ›
What is a pina colada? A pina colada - traditionally spelled Piña Colada, is an alcoholic co*cktail made from a combination of light rum, coconut cream, pineapple juice and ice. The drink was invented in the Puerto Rican capital San Juan in 1954, and is attributed to local bartender Ramón “Monchito” Marrero.
