This drink probably needs little introduction. It is one of the most popular drinks and rightly so as just the thought of it takes you in a flash to an exotic location. Think beach-side hut sitting on a wooden bench and sipping this drink out of a coconut and yes of-course with a little umbrella for the kicks. The cool thing is though this drink is so versatile, you can have it any time of the year come rain or shine.
When I decided to make it, I got a little curious and read up about it on Wikipedia. That is when I got a true sense of its popularity. Piña Colada is the official drink of puerto rico since 1978. The official record of its introduction is dated 1954 but apparently several others claim for the credit of its invention.
Simple ingredients, easy to whip up and a taste that is out of this world combined with the fact that it tastes great in its virgin form as well makes it perfect for that friday night party over a card game, or even for a large party.
Ingredients: serves 2
Pineapple juice ......................................... 1 cup
Coconut milk (full cream) ............................. 1/4 cup + 1tbsp
Vanilla ice-cream ....................................... 1/2 cup
Crushed ice ............................................. 1/4 cup
Tender coconut pieces ................................ 2-3 tbsp (optional)
Few pineapple chunks and cherries for garnishing
Method:
1. Add pineapple juice, coconut milk, ice-cream, ice and coconut pieces and blend in a blender for a few seconds till you get a smooth mixture.
2. Garnish with pineapple chunks and cherries and serve immediately. Sit back and ENJOY!
Notes:
1. If you prefer the version with alcohol, you can add 1/4 cup of white rum.
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51 comments:
A great drink to have any time. I have tasted various versions of it. Its one drink I love to order if it is on the menu.
Can I have that now!...looks lovely!...
Woww wat a cute click, very refreshing drink..
Wooow ....... a perfect Friday drink !! I am making this soon :-)
Have a fantabulous weekend Aipi :-)
delicious n very refershing drink..
It looks delicious :)
I loveeeee pina colada, looks superb!!
oooo i can taste it.....doono with rum but will surely try out ur version.....good presentation as well....
Biny
Pinacolada looks yummy. Love combo of coconut and pineapple.
i love pina colada.. ur pics tempting me to whip this yummy drink now.. :)
Lovely presentation and an all time fav drink...
superb! pina colada looks absolutely refreshing. nice click:) pl do grab your award in my blog:)
Pina Colada is summer in a glass sitting at the beach, I love it
fab pic aipi and looks delicious !
I can't wait to try this so yummy!
This reminds me of our trip to hawaii... Totally loving it :)... Thanks for the recipe..
My favourite drink. Very well decorated. Getting tempted to grab a drink.
Deepa
Hamaree Rasoi
Hey Aipi,
Do i have to send the entries to an email id??I have posted many milkshakes!!:)Yours looks wow...:)
Dr.Sameena@
http://www.myeasytocookrecipes.blogspot.com
I love pina colada ,one of my favourites!so beautiful presented!
Refreshing drink and lovely pics
Beautiful pics..you made the drink look more appetizing.
tempting and healthy drink presntation is fabulous looking so fresh grab it now
My fav drink any day,delicious.
A BIG thx for sharing this recipe...Dis was exactly what i was searching for..!!! The clicks are too beautiful...!!
Looks rich with creamy texture
not a big fan of drinks with pineapple and coconut in it but the presentation is lovely
Dear Aipi
Thank you so much for the recipe and the write up. I have heard about the drink so many times, but never knew what it was till read your article.
Let me get some white rum and then will make a go at it...great really.( PS I am off blogging these days)
Have a nice weekend
Slurp slurp!! The pina colada looks so inviting :)
so tempting...
Lovely!
I want it right now:))
Have a nice week end!
Barbaraxx
cute and beautiful presentation!!!delicious drink!
Whenever I'm on vacation, I drink tons of pina coladas. These make me wish I were on a tropical island!
i never had before but will certainly try as looks very tempting! nupur
Aipi,most aunthentic presentaion :) for a Pina Colada. The other drinks also match up to this authentic presentaion. Dam.....I wish this was not virtual;)
Good one.Must try this. The pic. is v.attractive.
Can i have a sip, please? Very attractive and beautifully presented drink.
Aaha Oho
It looks delicious and I'm sure it tastes as good as it looks. Have a wonderful day. Blessings...Mary
great drink and very cutesy pic.
refreshing drink & awesome click..YUM!!!
That is one of my favorite cocktails! Yours looks so divine.
Cheers,
Rosa
Looks delicious!!
tempting and very refreshing drink...love the click!!
A lovely presentation for a delicious drink! Would love a sip now :-)
delicious drink lovely presentation
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Lovely presentation, Aipi..It looks great!!
looks perfect thrist cooler and cute presentaion:)
looks super delicious and wonderful.......i love this drink completely
Beautifully presented .....looks so delicious..
what a great blog!
here is so many inspirations,
have a nice time,
Paula
Looks delicious and refreshing!
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