Description
Snowy Pineapple Punch blends tropical refreshment with winter charm. Creamy coconut and tangy pineapple create a delightful cocktail perfect for chilling with friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups (946 mL) pineapple juice, chilled
- 1 cup (237 mL) coconut milk (canned, full-fat or light)
- ½ cup (118 mL) cream of coconut (e.g., Coco Lopez)
- 2 cups (473 mL) lemon-lime soda or ginger ale, chilled
- 1 cup (237 mL) sparkling water (optional, for extra fizz)
- Ice cubes or crushed ice
- Shredded coconut
- Pineapple wedges
- Maraschino cherries
Instructions
- Blend Base: Whisk pineapple juice, coconut milk, and cream of coconut in a large pitcher until seamlessly integrated, creating a smooth tropical foundation.
- Chill Preparation: Refrigerate the punch mixture for 30 minutes to marry flavors and achieve optimal serving temperature.
- Final Assembly: Just before serving, gently fold in lemon-lime soda and sparkling water to introduce light carbonation and effervescent texture.
- Serve and Garnish: Fill glasses with crushed ice, pour the chilled mixture, then artfully crown with shredded coconut. Accent each glass with a pineapple wedge or maraschino cherry for a decorative flourish.
Notes
- Blend with Precision: Thoroughly mix pineapple juice, coconut milk, and cream of coconut until completely smooth to prevent any lumpy textures that could disrupt the drink’s silky consistency.
- Chill for Maximum Flavor: Refrigerate the mixture for exactly 30 minutes to allow ingredients to marry perfectly, intensifying the tropical flavor profile without diluting the drink’s richness.
- Carbonation Timing: Add lemon-lime soda and sparkling water just before serving to maintain maximum fizz and prevent the drink from going flat, ensuring a vibrant and lively beverage.
- Garnish Strategically: Use fresh pineapple wedges or maraschino cherries to not only enhance visual appeal but also provide a complementary flavor that elevates the overall drinking experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Drinks, Cocktails
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 186
- Sugar: 36 g
- Sodium: 27 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg