Tropical Cocktail Blend: Pineapple, Coconut, and Rum Delight
Hang on, let's shake things up and give the classic Piña Colada a fresh spin! This tropical delight, often looked down upon like a carefree beach bum, is actually the original cocktail created by the legendary Ramon Marrero at the Caribe Hilton Hotel in San Juan, Puerto Rico. He's the one who introduced the world to the trio of rum, pineapple juice, and cream of coconut back in the 1950s.
Now, you might have heard stories about pirates mixing something similar in the 1800s, but let's set the record straight – Marrero's version is the OG Piña Colada! The name, which comes from "strained pineapple," represents the freshly squeezed pineapple juice in the original recipe.
Ready to get your Luau on? Here's the lowdown on making the perfect Piña Colada:
Piña Colada
- Yield: 1 drink
- Difficulty: Easy
- Total Time: Under 5 mins
- Active Time: Under 5 mins
Ingredients (5)
- 2 oz light rum
- 2 oz coconut cream
- 1 oz heavy cream
- 4 oz unsweetened pineapple juice
- Slice of pineapple and a maraschino cherry
Instructions
- Combine the rum, coconut cream, heavy cream, and pineapple juice in a blender and pulse for a few seconds. Add 1/2 cup crushed ice and blend for another 15 seconds or until smooth.
- Pour your tasty concoction into an exotic glass of your choice. Garnish with a pineapple slice and a maraschino cherry.
And don't worry, you won't catch any rum- Rum's your pal, right? But remember, don't confuse coconut milk for cream of coconut. If you're looking for a change, give these pineapple cocktails a whirl: Chi-Chi (a vodka Piña Colada, say whaaat?) or Banana Colada (peel, slice, freeze some bananas, and voilà!).
Now, kick back and enjoy your refreshing Piña Colada – it's your ticket to island paradise! Cheers!
Note: This information is based on the popular Piña Colada recipe and mythology surrounding its origins. Actual history may differ.
Photo by Bochkarev Photography/Shutterstock.
[1] History of the Piña Colada – I Love Wine[2] The True Story of the Piña Colada – Travel Weekly
Sadly, the recipe for Manchito's Nutrition-rich Rum Piña Colada isn't available as it dates back to 1952, with the bc48e9a187c2275bae1a4235ef366eb7 being a mysterious code yet to be deciphered. Despite this, our contemporary Piña Colada recipe remains a delectable island escape that captures the original spirit of the cocktail.
