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Virgin pina colada(Non alcoholic pina colada)

Published: Mar 10, 2022 by Vandana Chauhan. This post may contain affiliate links.

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Virgin Pina Colada or non-alcoholic pina colada is a deliciously creamy, and refreshing Puerto Rican drink made with Pineapple and coconut milk. If you are looking for some easy-to-make, alcohol-free, tropical drink recipes to try this summer, this recipe is perfect for you.

virgin pina colada garnished with a pineapple chunk and a pink straw.

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Summers are almost here, so it's time to start making and enjoying all the refreshing summer recipes with family and friends.

Today, I am sharing the recipe for one of my favorite summer drinks- Virgin Pina colada. This tropical alcohol-free coconut drink is equally loved by adults and kids.

So, if you are looking for non-alcoholic drink recipes that could be enjoyed with the whole family, try virgin pina colada.

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  • What's Pina Colada?
  • Virgin Pina Colada
  • What goes in virgin pina colada?
  • Ingredient notes
  • How to make?
  • Recipe tips and tricks
  • Frequently asked questions
  • Quick and easy summer drink recipes
  • Recipe

What's Pina Colada?

Pina Colada is a tropical drink invented by a Bartender at Caribe Hilton in 1954 in San Juan, Puerto Rico.  In 1978 it got declared as the official drink of Puerto Rico.

The literal meaning of Pina Colada is strained Pineapple.

The original recipe uses rum, coconut cream, and pineapple juice. Even the ratio of these ingredients was fixed. However, with time different versions and ratios started getting used in the recipe. A lot of people now use coconut milk instead of coconut cream. You too can adjust it as per your taste preference.

The popularity of this drink can be guessed from the fact that the 10th of July is celebrated as the National Pina Colada Day in the US.

Virgin Pina Colada

The alcohol-free version of Pina Colada is called Virgin Pina Colada. So, even if you don't consume alcohol or avoiding it for some time, you can still enjoy the virgin version of this drink. Since there is no alcohol in it, kids can have it too.

It's a perfect drink for your summer parties.

What goes in virgin pina colada?

To make virgin pina colada, the following ingredients are needed:

ingredients for virgin pina colada labeled.

Ingredient notes

  • Pineapple: For best results, use fresh juicy sweet pineapple. However, it can also be made with canned or frozen pineapples.
  • Pineapple juice: Use pineapple juice without added sugar.
  • Coconut milk: I have used full fat, canned cocont milk. Fresh coconut milk can also be used. You can also use cream of coconut in this recipe but in that case, skip sugar as cream of coconut is already sweetened.
  • Sugar: Optional. You may skip sugar or use a healthier sweetner of your choice.

How to make?

Virgin pina colada is one of the easiest drink recipes to make. You just need to throw everything in a blender and blend.

Pour into glasses. Garnish with pineapple chunks. If required, add more ice cubes and enjoy!

A glass of non alcoholic pina colada with a pink straw and garnished with a piece of pineapple.

Recipe tips and tricks

  • Instead of adding ice, you can use frozen pineapple in the recipe.
  • Adding sugar is optional, you may skip it completely or replace with a healthier sweetner of choice.
  • After blending, freeze pina colada in popsicle molds to enjoy pina colada popsicles.

Frequently asked questions

Can it be made in advance?

No. Pina colada tastes the best when it's creamy and frothy. If you make it in advance, you will lose the froth and creaminess. Also, the ice will melt, making the pina colada watery.

So, keep all the ingredients ready and blend just before serving.

How to avoid melting ice diluting the drink?

Use frozen pineapple instead of ice, if you want to avoid that.

Quick and easy summer drink recipes

If you are looking for more quick, easy, and refreshing summer drink recipes, don't miss checking the following links:

  1. Orange iced tea
  2. Watermelon lemonade

And, if you want to try another very easy Puerto Rican dish then do try this Puerto Rican Tembleque recipe. It's a delicious vegan dessert made with just 5 ingredients (including sugar and salt).

two glasses of virgin pina colada decorated with pineapple chunks and pink straw with a bowl of pineapple chunks on the side.

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Recipe

two glasses of virgin pina colada decorated with pineapple chunks and pink straw with a bowl of pineapple chunks on the side.

Non-alcoholic Pina Colada

Virgin Pina Colada or non-alcoholic pina colada is a deliciously creamy, and refreshing Puerto Rican drink made with Pineapple and coconut milk. If you are looking for some easy-to-make, alcohol-free, tropical drink recipes to try this summer, this recipe is perfect for you.
4.75 from 31 votes
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Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American, North American, Puerto Rican
Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Making time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 3
Calories: 474kcal
Author: Vandana Chauhan

Equipment

  • Blender

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups pineapple chunks fresh, frozen or canned all are fine
  • 1 cup pineapple juice without artificial sweetener
  • 2 cups coconut milk unsweetened
  • ΒΌ cup granulated sugar optional, adjust as per taste
  • ΒΌ cup ice cubes

Instructions

  • Put all the ingredients in a blender and blend.
  • Pour into glasses. Garnish with pineapple chunks and enjoy!

Notes

  • Adding sugar is optional, you may skip it completely or replace it with a healthier sweetener of choice.
  • Instead of adding ice, you can use frozen pineapple in the recipe.
  • Cream of coconut can also be used instead of coconut milk.
  • After blending, freeze pina colada in popsicle molds to enjoy pina colada popsicles.
  • More recipe tips and tricks are given in the post above. Please follow them to make this recipe.

Nutrition

Calories: 474kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 29g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 23mg | Potassium: 581mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 41g | Vitamin A: 63IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 57mg | Iron: 6mg
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  1. David

    July 11, 2021 at 7:00 am

    5 stars
    Just tried this recipe and served to my family to celebrate preparations for our beach vacation coming up and everyone loved it. I think we'll make it again on vacation and the grownups will each get some good rum in theirs!

    Reply
    • Vandana Chauhan

      July 15, 2021 at 10:10 am

      Hi David. Thanks a lot for sharing your feedback with me, so happy to know that your family enjoyed it.

      Reply
  2. Jagruti's Cooking Odyssey

    June 20, 2020 at 10:07 am

    Pina colada is one of the most refreshing and delicious non-alocoholic drink out there, my problem is I can't stop at one glass in summer, so exotic!!!

    Reply
    • Vandana Chauhan

      June 20, 2020 at 1:18 pm

      Hahaha, same here Jagruti. Thanks for the comment.

      Reply
  3. Sasmita

    June 20, 2020 at 9:20 am

    5 stars
    One of my favorite drink is this pina colada, Love the fact that it is virgin . such refreshing drink with so yum flavors and perfect for summer hot days. Beautifully captured !

    Reply
    • Vandana Chauhan

      June 20, 2020 at 1:19 pm

      Thanks Sasmita πŸ™‚

      Reply
  4. Lathiya

    June 20, 2020 at 12:15 am

    5 stars
    I just love virgin pina colada and it's high time I need to make it. The pina colada look perfect for hot summer days.

    Reply
    • Vandana Chauhan

      June 20, 2020 at 8:20 am

      Thanks, Lathiya. I love it too πŸ™‚

      Reply
  5. Sapana

    June 19, 2020 at 10:27 pm

    5 stars
    I love the virgin pina colada, such refreshing flavors. Beautiful pictures.

    Reply
    • Vandana Chauhan

      June 20, 2020 at 8:21 am

      Thank you Sapana πŸ™‚

      Reply
  6. Padma Veeranki

    June 19, 2020 at 7:04 pm

    5 stars
    This is one of my most favourite drink...Looks delicious and so refreshing....Just going to grab a glass or I need to make one right now!!

    Reply
    • Vandana Chauhan

      June 20, 2020 at 8:21 am

      Thanks a lot Padma πŸ™‚

      Reply
  7. Sandhya Ramakrishnan

    June 18, 2020 at 9:22 pm

    5 stars
    If I had to choose something to drink for the rest of my life, it will be this Virgin Pina Colada. I order it all the time when we eat out. Lovely recipe and I am tempted to make it right away.

    Reply
    • Vandana Chauhan

      June 19, 2020 at 8:50 am

      Thanks Sandhya :), It's one of my favorite drinks too πŸ™‚

      Reply
  8. Mayuri Patel

    June 18, 2020 at 7:49 pm

    5 stars
    Virgin Pina Colada looks so refreshing and tempting. Such a tasty and cooling drink, love it. Happy to know how Pina Colada originated.

    Reply
    • Vandana Chauhan

      June 19, 2020 at 8:50 am

      Thanks Mayuri πŸ™‚

      Reply
  9. motionsandemotions

    June 18, 2020 at 7:26 pm

    5 stars
    Two tropical flavors together make this drink so refreshing absolutely perfect for Summer...I love this non-alcoholic version...

    Reply
  10. Uma Srinivas

    June 17, 2020 at 8:33 pm

    5 stars
    This is my kid's favorite drink. we usually drink at Mexican restaurants. Now with current situation, we make it at home. Your recipe looks easy and refreshing!

    Reply
    • Vandana Chauhan

      June 18, 2020 at 11:26 am

      Thanks Uma πŸ™‚

      Reply
  11. Lata Lala

    June 16, 2020 at 9:55 pm

    5 stars
    Pinacolada is my favorite drink. In summers, what better than a chilled glass of this. Absolutely loving it.

    Reply
    • Vandana Chauhan

      June 17, 2020 at 8:01 am

      Thank you πŸ™‚

      Reply
  12. Pavani

    June 16, 2020 at 6:21 pm

    5 stars
    That is such a refreshing and inviting Pina Colada. Perfect for kids and teetotalers like me πŸ™‚ Thanks for the recipe.

    Reply
    • Vandana Chauhan

      June 17, 2020 at 8:00 am

      Thanks Pavani πŸ™‚

      Reply
  13. Seema Sriram

    June 14, 2020 at 10:56 am

    5 stars
    This is such a beautiful summer treat. I do love a good tall glass of tropical pina colada on any day in summer.

    Reply
    • Vandana Chauhan

      June 14, 2020 at 11:27 am

      Thank you πŸ™‚

      Reply

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