This drink — whose name simply means “strained pineapple” — was invented in the 1950s or 1960s in San Juan, Puerto Rico, by either Ramon Marrero at the Caribe Hilton or by Don Ramon Portas Mingat at Barranchina Bar , depending on whom you believe. Whoever made it first, it’s delicious.
If you can, avoid using coconut milk instead of coconut cream. It tends to make a watery drink with a slightly gritty texture.
Piña Coladas
Course: BeveragesCuisine: Puerto Rico2 or 3
servingsThis drink — whose name simply means “strained pineapple” — was invented in the 1950s or 1960s in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
Ingredients
Pineapple, cut into chunks — 2 cups
Coconut cream — 2/3 cup
White or spiced rum — 1/2 to 3/4 cup
Crushed ice — 2 cups
Sugar (if needed) — 2 tablespoons
Directions
- Place all ingredients except for the sugar in a blender and puree until smooth.
- Adjust flavor with sugar and more rum if needed. Blend again and serve in tall glasses.
Piña Colada Notes and Variations
- Substitute pineapple juice for the chunk pineapple if you prefer.
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