This Frozen Pina Colada recipe is like a tropical vacation in a cup. With the combination of coconut and pineapple flavors it’s hard to stop at one drink and perfect for sipping poolside.
As far as drinks go, nothing beats the Pina Colada, especially when it’s frozen. It’s my all-time favorite, particularly in the summer!
There’s just something about the smooth, refreshing tropical flavor of a Pina Colada cocktail that makes it so irresistible. It’s the perfect summertime drink, reminding me of the beach, especially when I’m longing for it after returning home!
Fortunately, you can easily satisfy your craving with this quick and easy Pina Colada recipe that you can make at home.
I used to buy frozen Bacardi pouches from the grocery store until I discovered how much artificial ingredients they contained and how much more cost-effective and delicious it is to make it at home.
If you like Pina Coladas and getting caught in the rain…let’s get started!
Why We Love This Frozen Pina Colada Recipe
- Refreshing and Delicious – it’s a great way to cool down while enjoying a tasty drink.
- Perfect combination of flavors – the coconut and pineapple flavors married together takes you away to a tropical paradise.
- Easy to make – the simple instructions take no time at all to make so you will have a drink in hand in minutes.
What You Need
- White Rum: (Coconut or Traditional) – my personal favorite is Malibu Rum.
- Pineapple Juice
- Coconut Milk
- Ice
- Pineapple Slice and Cherry for garnish)
Recipe Variations
- Can use cream of coconut if you don’t have coconut milk on hand.
- Make it a Virgin Pina Colada by omitting the rum.
- Can use frozen pineapple in place of pineapple juice for a more slushy texture.
How to Make a Frozen Pina Colada
- Add rum, pineapple juice, coconut milk to a blend. Then add ice and blend until smooth.
- Pour blended pina colada mixture into glass.
- Garnish with a pineapple slice and cherry.
- Cheers!
Recipe Tips for the Best Pina Colada
- Want it thicker? Add more ice.
- Want it thinner? Add more pineapple juice.
- If you like it sweeter add a little more coconut milk.
- Chill glass ahead of time to keep drink from melting too quickly.
FAQs
Can I make a big batch of frozen pina coladas?
Yes, you can. Just multiply the ingredients per servings to make a big batch to serve to all of your friends.
Can I make frozen pina coladas ahead of time?
I would suggest not making them ahead of time due it melting before serving. Even if you placed them in the freezer the consistency would not be the same.
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Recipe
Frozen Pina Colada
Ingredients
- 2 oz White Rum Coconut or Traditional
- 6 oz Pineapple Juice
- 3 oz Coconut Milk
- 2 Cups Ice
- Pineapple Slice Garnish
- Cherry Garnish
Instructions
- Add rum, pineapple juice, coconut milk to a blend. Then add ice and blend until smooth.
- Pour blended Pina Colada mixture into glass.
- Garnish with a pineapple slice and cherry.
- Cheers!
Nutrition Disclosure
Nutritional facts are estimates and are provided as a courtesy to the reader. Please utilize your own brand nutritional values to double check against our estimates. Nutritional values are calculated via a third party. Changing ingredients, amounts or cooking technique will alter the estimated nutritional calculations.
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