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Piña Colada (shaken)
Discover our invigorating Piña Colada recipe using BACARDÍ Carta Blanca rum. This tropical cocktail combines fresh pineapple juice, coconut water, and white rum for a refreshing taste of the Caribbean. Learn how to make a Piña Colada the traditional shaken way – no blender needed!
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HOW TO MAKE A Piña Colada (shaken)
How to make a
Piña Colada (shaken)
Ingredients
- 50
ml BACARDÍ Carta Blanca - 37.5
ml coconut water - 25
ml fresh pineapple juice - 3-4
chunks of pineapple - 2
tsp caster sugar pineapple wedge crushed ice HURRICANE/HIGHBALL GLASS
Piña Colada (shaken) recipe
One step at a time
Step 1
Crush
Add fresh pineapple and caster sugar to a cocktail shaker. Gently crush the pineapple with a muddler or the back of a spoon to release its sweet, tropical juice.
Step 2
Combine
Pour BACARDÍ Carta Blanca Rum, pineapple juice, and coconut water into the shaker.
Step 3
Shake
Add ice to the shaker, seal it tightly, and shake-shake-shake for 15-20 seconds until well-chilled. You are now creating that signature Piña Colada texture.
Step 4
Serve
Strain the mixture over crushed ice in a hurricane glass or a tall highball glass. Garnish with a fresh 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
WANT TO KNOW MORE?
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.
