How to Make a Piña Colada

The Piña Colada is thought to have first been invented in Puerto Rico. It is a rum and coconut drink that is popular in warm regions and vacation destinations. Read on to learn how to make a Piña Colada.

Things You'll Need

• 3 oz. light rum
• 4 oz. coconut milk
• 2 tsp. crushed pineapple
• 2 cups ice
• Pineapple wedge

Instructions

1. Combine all ingredients into a blender.

2. Blend for two minutes or until the mixture is smooth.

3. Pour the drink into a tall glass.

4. Garnish with a pineapple wedge.

Tips & Warnings

• There are several pre-made Piña Colada mixes available. There are frozen cans of mix in the freezer section of your grocery store and there are bottles available at your local liquor store.

• Garnishing with a cherry is also nice.

• Don't drink and drive.

• Don't make this with dark rum, only light rum.