Virgin Pina Colada
The Virgin Piña Colada is a non-alcoholic version of the classic Piña Colada, made with fresh pineapple juice, creamy coconut milk or cream of coconut, and non-alcoholic rum.
Ingredients
60 ml (2 oz) Non-Alcoholic Captain Morgan 0.0 Rum
90 ml (3 oz) fresh pineapple juice.
30 ml (1 oz) cream of coconut (or thick coconut milk).
15 ml (0.5 oz) fresh lime juice (to balance the sweetness).
A handful of crushed ice.
Preparation
Combine the Ingredients: Pour your 60 ml (2 oz) of Non-Alcoholic Captain Morgan 0.0 Rum, pineapple juice, cream of coconut, and lime juice into a blender.
Blend with Ice: Add a handful of crushed ice and blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth, thick, and creamy.
Garnish and Serve: Pour the chilled mixture into a tall glass and garnish with a fresh pineapple wedge or a maraschino cherry for that classic tropical look.
Preparation advice
Most Virgin Piña Coladas are too sweet. Adding 0.5 oz of fresh lime juice is the professional secret. It provides a “backbone” to the drink, making the pineapple taste brighter and the coconut feel less cloying.
Add a tiny pinch of sea salt to the blender or shaker. Salt suppresses bitterness and enhances the natural sweetness of the pineapple, making the tropical flavors "pop."
Instead of using just ice, use frozen pineapple chunks. This prevents the drink from becoming "watered down" as it melts and results in an incredibly thick, professional texture.