Transport yourself to a tropical paradise with this classic cocktail.

Pina Coladas: Blended or Shaken?

In fact, the blended cocktail is the original, and the shaken pina colada is the contemporary incarnation.

Golden Rum Poured Into a Glass of Piña Colada With a Pineapple Wedge, Pineapple Leaf, and a Straw, and Next to It, Another Serving in a Glass With the Same Garnish on a Marble and Wood Circular Serving Tray. In the Background, an Uncut Pineapple and a Blender With Some Leftover Piña Colada

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A spritz of lime peel over the cocktail is a perfect finishing touch.

Blended or shaken, a pina colada truly can’t be beaten for its tropical flavor.

you might add more pineapple juice and cream of coconut to make more servings.

Two Glasses of Piña Colada With a Pineapple Wedge, Pineapple Leaf, and a Straw on a Marble and Wood Circular Serving Tray, and in the Background, an Uncut Pineapple, a Jigger, and a Blender With Some Leftover Piña Colada

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If it’s too thick, add some coconut water, a splash at a time.

As with most tiki-style drinks, this one uses multiple styles of rum to achieve balance and flavor.

Process until totally blended.

Overhead: Glasses of Piña Colada Served With a Pineapple Wedge, Pineapple Leaf, and a Straw (on Coasters), a Cutting Board With More Pineapple Wedges, a Bowl of Lime Edges, Straws and a Jigger on the Counter, and a Bottle of Rum

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Serve with pineapple leaves or slices as garnish and serve immediately.

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Piña Colada in a Blender Next to a Jigger

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Glasses of Piña Colada Garnished With Pineapple Wedges, Pineapple Leaves, and a Straw

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