This is my entry for Ecency Discord Topic: AMAZING SUMMER DRINK by @mypathtofire please note this is my 2nd attempt at this competition as yesterday I could not meet the guidelines of @amazingdrinks community.
Photo by cottonbro studio: https://www.pexels.com/photo/a-man-holding-a-cocktail-drink-8944962/
The Ingredients
The fundamental components of a pina colada without alcohol are:
- 1/2 cup of frozen pineapple chunks without added sugar. You can also use a canned version of pineapple as well.
- A full cup of ice
- 3/4 cup of pineapple juice without sugar
- unsweetened coconut milk, 3/4 cup
- 1 to 3 teaspoons of optional brown sugar
- slices of fresh pineapple as a garnish
Simply combine all of the ingredients in a blender and process until smooth to produce the drink. Put some pineapple wedges on top after pouring them into a glass.
The following advice will help you create the ideal non-alcoholic pina colada:
The following advice will help you create the ideal non-alcoholic pina colada:
- The best pineapple is ripe and fresh.
- You can use regular pineapple juice and a teaspoon of sugar if you don't have unsweetened pineapple juice.
- Coconut milk can be substituted with cream of coconut, however since the cream of coconut is already sweetened, the sugar amount must be adjusted.
- A scoop of ice cream can be added for a richer beverage.
- Add some coconut rum for a more tropical flavor.
Enjoy your pina colada without alcohol!
Here is an old video of mine making a PinaColada which is non-alcoholic:
Why I love my non-alcoholic pina colada as my favorite summer drink
You may prefer non-alcoholic pina coladas as your favorite summer beverage for a number of reasons. To name a few:
- It is wonderful and refreshing. Simply put, the flavor combination of pineapple and coconut is delicious.
- It is ideal for warm weather. On a hot day, the cold, creamy texture is the ideal way to cool off.
- It is simple to create. A blender and a few ingredients are all you need.
- Kids will enjoy it. On a hot day, serving non-alcoholic pina coladas to the kids is a terrific way to keep them hydrated and entertained.
- It's a holiday. Non-alcoholic pina coladas are the ideal beverage for any summer celebration due to their tropical flavors and garnishes.
If you're looking for a tasty, easy-to-make summer beverage, a non-alcoholic pina colada is the ideal option. Therefore, grab your components, combine them, and then enjoy!
Additional justifications for choosing a non-alcoholic pina colada as your preferred summer beverage include the following:
- It's a terrific way to get your recommended daily allowance of fruit. Coconut milk is a wonderful supply of heart-healthy lipids, and pineapple is a good source of vitamin C.
- It contains a few calories. A pina colada without alcohol normally contains 150 calories.
- It is a drink free of gluten. You need not worry if you are intolerant to gluten when drinking non-alcoholic pina coladas.
So the next time you're searching for a great and hydrating summer beverage, pick up a non-alcoholic pina colada!
A special thanks to @mypathtofire for continually encouraging me to post my entry to this competition.