Goya Piña Colada Recipe (Blended or Shaken)

This Goya pina colada recipe is made with Goya cream of coconut and sweet pineapple juice, and it blends up thick and creamy in under 3 minutes. Garnish with a fresh pineapple wedge and a maraschino cherry for the full tropical look.

Make it as a non-alcoholic mocktail or add white rum for a classic cocktail; either way, it tastes like a beach vacation in a glass.

This is the kind of drink that works for any occasion: backyard BBQs, pool parties, baby showers, or just a Tuesday when you want something cold and tropical. It's also easy to customize: swap in strawberry puree for a pink twist or add mango puree for extra tropical flavor. Keep it non-alcoholic for the whole crowd or pour in a shot of rum for the adults. 

Craving other cold drinks on a hot day, try out a Cheddar’s Painkiller Drink Recipe, this Tropical Smoothie Cafe Island Green Smoothie, or this Smoothie King Strawberry Hulk Smoothie.

What is a Piña Colada? 

Pina Coladas originated in Puerto Rico and became widely known in 1978, when the drink was named Puerto Rico's national drink. The name 'strained pineapple' in Spanish describes the drink perfectly. Made with pineapple and coconut, this recipe stays true to the classic combination, using Goya products widely available at most grocery stores.

What does a Piña Colada taste like?

A pina colada tastes like a combination of sweet pineapple and rich, creamy coconut. The Goya cream of coconut gives this version a thicker, almost smoothie-like texture when blended, which is a step above thinner shaken versions. It's sweet, tropical, and creamy without being heavy.

Tropical Goya Piña Colada Ingredients

Goya Pineapple Juice: Sweet and tart, this is the base of the drink. Goya pineapple juice is available in cans and is the exact product used in this recipe.

Goya Cream of Coconut: This is what makes the drink thick and creamy. Goya cream of coconut is different from coconut milk or coconut cream because it's sweetened, which gives the pina colada its signature flavor. You can find it in the international foods aisle. Coconut milk works as a substitute, but the drink will be thinner and less sweet.

White Rum (optional): Light or white rum is the traditional choice. Dark or aged rum will overpower the drink. Skip it entirely to make this a mocktail.

Sugar (optional): Only needed if you're adding rum and want extra sweetness to balance it out.

Pineapple Wedges and Maraschino Cherries: For garnish.

How to Make a Copycat Goya Piña Colada Recipe

1. Add ice, pineapple juice, rum, if desired, and cream of coconut to your blender. Blend on high speed until ice is crushed, ingredients are combined and the drink is smooth, about 30 seconds.
2. Pour into glasses. Serve with pineapple wedge and cherry, if desired.

What is a Mocktail?

This recipe is for a virgin piña colada or mocktail if you don't use the alcohol but can also be made with rum. A mocktail is a drink that does not have alcohol; however, it is normally made with alcohol. For example, you can make a margarita or strawberry daiquiri mocktail. A mocktail is the same as a "virgin" beverage. 

What kind of rum can I put in this drink? 

Rum is the traditional alcohol that is added to this drink. I recommend using a light or white rum, as any dark or aged rum will overpower this drink. You can also use flavored rum, like coconut rum or even vanilla or mango rum. 

How can you make a Piña Colada? 

There are two different ways that you can make this drink. For this recipe, we are using the blended method, but you can also use a shaken drink method. 

Blended: makes this drink thicker and creamier than a shaken beverage, closer to a smoothie consistency. For this recipe, you need a good blender so that it can crush and blend your ice. 

Shaken: is a little more simple to make as a shaken drink because you do not need a blender, and you only really need a shaker or a cup with a lid (like a mason jar). Place in the ingredients, shake for around 30 seconds, and then pour into a hurricane or highball glass. This prep method will be thinner than if you were to blend your drink. 

Recipe Variations

Flavored rum: Add light coconut rum or mango rum for extra tropical flavor. Avoid dark or aged rum.

Vodka: Can replace rum if that's your preference.

Strawberry: Blend in strawberry puree for a pink color and a fun flavor twist.

Mango: Add mango puree for even more tropical depth.

Using Goya Pina Colada Mix: If you have a can of Goya pina colada mix (their pre-mixed coconut and pineapple blend), you can use it in place of the separate cream of coconut and pineapple juice in this recipe. Add ice and rum if desired, and blend until smooth.

How should I serve this drink?

After blending this drink, place it in a hurricane glass for a classic piña colada look or a highball glass. Serve with pineapple slices or fresh pineapple chunks and a maraschino cherry. 

How do I store leftover Goya Piña Colada?

To store, place your leftover piña colada into a sealed container and place it in the fridge until ready to use. You can keep it in the fridge for up to two days. You can also freeze this recipe into cubes and put them it in the freezer until ready to use.

Once ready, place your cube into a blender and blend until smooth. You may need to add a splash of pineapple juice for it to blend properly.

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