Shaken Piña Colada

If you’re searching for a next-level recipe for piña colada to serve your friends at a gathering or enjoy after work this weekend, look no further than this Shaken Pina Colada recipe. We’ve had a lot of piña coladas in our day, and we think this is one of the most delicious and refreshing versions. 

This classic tropical cocktail is traditionally made with pineapple juice, white rum (also called light rum), and cream of coconut - then blended. But what’s in this particular shaken piña colada that makes it our favorite? Fresh squeezed lime juice (and zest!), coconut water (we love a cocktail that could potentially hydrate us) and, of course, the light but delicious pineapple flavor. The refreshing fresh pineapple flavor comes from the addition of 1 can of Spindrift Pineapple. Spindrift Pineapple is made with the best-tasting real juicy, golden pineapple. 

For rum, you can use any brand you have on hand. Prefer to make it a mocktail? Omit the rum from this recipe and you’ll have a no-ABV version that’s just as good. 

 See below to find out how to make your new favorite piña colada. Now all you’ll need is to invite over your friends and family. 

Shaken Piña Colada Ingredients

• 3 tbsp cream of coconut, (from a 15 ounce can)
• 3 tbsp coconut sugar, (or raw cane sugar)
• 2 tbsp coconut water
• 1 lime, juiced and zested
• 4 oz light rum
• 1 (12 oz.) can Spindrift Pineapple
• Fresh mint & cherries for garnish

How to Make a Pina Colada

1. In a cocktail shaker, mix cream of coconut, sugar, coconut water, lime juice, lime zest, and rum* until the cream of coconut is fully emulsified
2. Between two glasses, strain and pour over ice
3. Top off with Spindrift Pineapple, garnish with mint and cherries, and serve immediately

*Bartender's Notes

Skip the rum for a tasty mocktail!

Want to stock up so you’re ready to make a whole tray of Shaken Piña Coladas at a moments notice? You can order a 24-pack of Spindrift Pineapple Sparkling Water online from the Spindrift Market or find it in a store near you.