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Piña Colada (shaken)
A fruity and refreshing Piña Colada cocktail is a summer icon when it comes to tropical drinks. Serve it the way a Piña Colada recipe should be served: with fresh pineapple, coconut water and, of course, BACARDÍ Carta Blanca Rum.
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HOW TO MAKE A Piña Colada (shaken)
How to make a
Piña Colada (shaken)
Ingredients
- 50
ml BACARDÍ Carta Blanca rum - 37.5
ml fresh coconut water - 25
ml fresh pineapple juice - 3-4
chunks of fresh pineapple - 2
tsp caster sugar pineapple wedge as garnish
Piña Colada (shaken) recipe
One step at a time
Step 1
Crush
Add pineapple chunks and sugar to a shaker and gently crush.
Step 2
Combine
Pour in the BACARDÍ Carta Blanca Rum, pineapple juice and coconut water. Stir with a bar spoon.
Step 3
Shake
Shake vigorously.
Step 4
Serve
Serve over crushed ice in a hurricane or highball glass. Garnish with a pineapple wedge.
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The piÑa colada family
The piña colada story
The key to escapism
In 1954, Ramon ‘Monchito’ Marrero set history in motion by blending Coco Lopez with BACARDÍ Rum, ice, and fresh pineapple. A cocktail with an exciting story, the Piña Colada continues to inspire.
The piña colada story
Shake, sip, sunbathe
Transporting you to a beachside paradise, the Piña Colada lets you feel the sun on your skin, whatever the weather. A timeless classic, this easy to make and instantly recognisable cocktail uses pineapple and coconut to create the feel of an ocean breeze.
FAQ
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Where was the Piña Colada invented?
The Piña Colada hails from San Juan, Puerto Rico, invented by a bartender named Ramón “Monchito” Marrero who used BACARDÍ white rum.
What type of rum goes in a Piña Colada?
While the classic Piña Colada is made with white rum, you can always experiment with different flavors. Try a gold rum to bring a bit more warmth, or a spiced rum for a unique cocktail.
