Description
Tropical Hawaiian snowy pineapple punch blends creamy coconut milk with tangy pineapple juice for a refreshing island-inspired drink. Guests will delight in this chilled cocktail that transports palates to paradise with its smooth, cool essence.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups (946 ml) pineapple juice, chilled
- 2 cups (473 ml) lemon-lime soda or ginger ale, chilled
- 1 cup (237 ml) coconut milk (canned, full-fat or light)
- ½ cup (118 ml) cream of coconut (e.g., Coco Lopez)
- 1 cup (237 ml) sparkling water (optional, for extra fizz)
- Ice cubes or crushed ice
- Shredded coconut (for garnish)
- Pineapple wedges (for garnish)
- Maraschino cherries (for garnish)
Instructions
- Blending Technique: In a large mixing bowl, whisk pineapple juice, coconut milk, and cream of coconut until smooth and thoroughly integrated, creating a harmonious tropical base.
- Carbonation Integration: Just before serving, gently fold in lemon-lime soda and sparkling water, stirring with minimal agitation to preserve the beverage’s delicate fizz and prevent excessive foaming.
- Chilling Preparation: Fill serving glasses with crushed or cubed ice, ensuring a frosty foundation that will keep the punch perfectly chilled and visually appealing.
- Pouring and Garnishing: Carefully pour the punch into prepared glasses, allowing the liquid to settle gracefully, then crown each serving with a delicate sprinkle of shredded coconut for a snow-like effect.
- Final Flourish: Embellish each glass with a vibrant pineapple wedge or glossy maraschino cherry, transforming the punch into an elegant tropical masterpiece that delights both the palate and the eye.
Notes
- Chill Glassware Beforehand: Refrigerate glasses for 15-20 minutes to keep the punch colder longer and enhance the refreshing tropical experience.
- Balance Sweetness Carefully: Adjust coconut cream and soda ratio to prevent overwhelming sweetness, tasting gradually to maintain a harmonious flavor profile.
- Control Carbonation Gently: Pour soda and sparkling water slowly along the glass side to preserve bubbles and prevent excessive foam formation.
- Customize Dietary Needs: Substitute coconut milk with almond or oat milk for lactose-free version, ensuring the punch remains creamy and delightful for different dietary preferences.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drinks, Cocktails
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 7
- Calories: 112
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 6 mg
- Fat: 2 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg