Tequila Pina Colada
Our tequila pina colada is a bright and refreshing take on the classic rum cocktail that you’ll want to be sipping on all summer long.
Ingredients
- 2 fluid ounces tequila silver
- 1½ fluid ounces pineapple juice
- 1¼ fluid ounces cream of coconut
- ½ fluid ounce lime juice
- ¼ fluid ounce agave nectar
- 1 pineapple wedge optional garnish
- 2 pineapple leaves optional garnish
Instructions
- Add a few large ice cubes to a shaker and fill a large rocks glass about three-quarters of the way with crushed ice.
- Add the tequila, pineapple juice, cream of coconut, lime juice, and agave nectar to the shaker. Seal the shaker and shake vigorously, about 15 to 20 seconds, until well mixed.
- Strain into the prepared glass and optionally garnish with a pineapple wedge and leaves. Serve immediately.
Notes
Tequila: A silver tequila (also known as “blanco” or “plata” tequila) works best for a pina colada. It’s unaged, so it has a more agave-forward flavor with bright notes of citrus. Our favorite brand to use for cocktails is Hornitos tequila.
Agave nectar: Agave nectar is a natural sweetener. We replaced some of the coconut cream in a traditional pina colada recipe with agave nectar to tie in the flavor of the tequila. It gives the cocktail a more cohesive flavor profile, so definitely don't skip this ingredient! You can usually find it near the maple syrup in the grocery store, or with baking supplies. Make sure to buy 100% pure blue agave for the best flavor.
Measuring cream of coconut: Cream of coconut is thick and sticky, so it can be difficult to measure. It'll be easier to work with at room temperature. You can also use the end of a bar spoon to help scrape it out of the jigger and into the shaker.
Shaken cocktails: Shaking a cocktail helps to mix the drink while chilling it. Generally, you want to shake until the ice sounds like it's sloshing around - this means enough ice has broken down that the drink should be properly chilled. If you shake for too long, you risk diluting the drink too much as the ice continues to melt.
For a well-mixed pina colada, make sure to shake vigorously! This will help the cream of coconut become frothy.
Serving suggestions: You can sip on this cocktail by itself for a happy hour treat or a sweet after-dinner drink. It also pairs well with summer meals and Mexican food, like fish tacos!
Nutrition
Calories: 347kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 0.2g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 21mg | Potassium: 76mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 34g | Vitamin A: 10IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 0.2mg
