Pina Colada liqueur: what and how to drink + description and composition

Among the elite branded alcoholic beverages, fans of digestifs note the special originality of Pina Colada liqueur. The name of the drink is full of Spanish meaning and translates as "strained pineapple".

This is a dessert spirit with a strength of 15-30%, the basic set of which is made up of:

1. Light rum

2. Pineapple juice

3. Coconut milk

4. Vanilla

Different producers add spices and herbs to the classic liqueur to emphasize its flavor even more. Pina Colada is produced under the brands Custers, De Kuyper, Canari, Bacardi.

The legend of the creation of Pina Colada liqueur says that in the Caribbean, creative bartender Ramon Marerro experimented with proportions, preparing dessert drinks for demanding customers. Mixing rum, pineapple juice with coconut milk, the sommelier heard rave reviews about his invention. Since the second half of the 20th century, a liqueur rich in thick sweetness has entered the culture of alcohol consumption.

What and how to drink Pina Colada liqueur

The culture of alcohol consumption makes it possible to give parties, corporate events, and communication a special charm without turning a meaningful event into an ordinary binge. A bottle of Pina Colada liqueur will be appropriate on a table with desserts, nuts, pastries, and fruits.

1. Pina Colada in its pure form

   Many experienced fans of this exotic digestif insist on drinking it neat, claiming that this is the best way to appreciate the fullness of all the shades of taste and aftertaste.

   If you plan to drink Pina Colada in its original form, serve liqueur glasses on a long stem, and do not chill the drink too much, it will open at a temperature of 19-20°C.

   Drink a glass of liqueur in one gulp and then enjoy the soft warming aftertaste.

   The combination with coffee and exotic fruits is a great snack option.

   Ice cream or cupcakes flavored with Caribbean digestif will especially appeal to those with a sweet tooth.

   Liquor and tobacco are not compatible, so do not smoke while drinking this drink.

2. The option of taking Pina Colada in diluted form

   This diluted liqueur will appeal to those who find its strength or sweetness too high.

   Bartenders recommend using pure water, crushed frappe ice, low-fat milk or cream, hot chocolate, citrus or pineapple juice as a diluent.

   Dilute the liquor to a certain state, according to the desired strength or in a 1/3 ratio.

3. Combining Pina Colada with other alcoholic beverages

   When mixing liqueur with other alcohol, remember that the best bouquet is obtained in combination with white Caribbean rum.

   Vodka, whiskey, gin, cognac or brandy will increase the strength, make the taste sound different, more brutal.

   Mix the liquor with other alcoholic beverages in proportions of 1/1.

Cocktails with Pina Colada liqueur

Among professional bartenders and sommeliers, they clearly know the difference between the cocktail of the same name and the liquor itself. The idea of creating a rich Caribbean digestif was to make various exquisite cocktails with it. The drink perfectly complements other ingredients.

Peach jump

For this recipe, use De Kuiper Pina Colada liqueur.

List of ingredients

1. 40 ml of peach liqueur.

2. 20 ml of Pina Colada.

3. 160 ml of pineapple juice.

4. 20 ml of lemon juice.

Method of preparation

1. Pour all the ingredients into the shaker container.

2. Add 3-4 pieces of ice.

3. Shake the contents thoroughly.

4. Pour into a glass.

5. Garnish with a pineapple slice and a cocktail cherry.

Banana Colada

Dark rum is used in the recipe, it will add a special note to the fruit bouquet.

List of ingredients

1. 60 ml of Pina Colada.

2. 20 ml of Baileys.

3. 1 banana.

4. 20 ml of banana liqueur.

5. 20 ml of dark rum.

Method of preparation

1. Chop the banana.

2. Put it in a container and add banana liqueur to it.

3. Beat the contents with a blender.

4. Mix rum, Baileys, Pina Colada.

5. Pour the creamy banana substance into the resulting alcohol base.

6. Shake with a shaker.

7. Add 3-4 pieces of ice.

8. Shake again

9. Pour into a beautiful glass.

Cocomo Joe

The freshness and oriental charm of this drink will invigorate and cheer you up.

List of ingredients

1. 100 ml of orange juice.

2. 60 ml of Pina Colada.

3. 20 ml of banana liqueur.

4. 20 ml of white rum.

5. 1-2 bananas.

The method of preparation

1. Beat the crushed banana with banana liqueur in a blender.

2. Pour orange juice, Pina Colada liqueur, rum into a shaker.

3. Add 2-3 ice cubes and the resulting banana cream.

4. Shake everything thoroughly.

5. Pour into a glass and garnish with an orange slice.

Update: 14.09.2017

Category: Liqueurs and Tinctures