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Baileys Colada Cocktail

This luxurious Baileys Colada is a sophisticated twist on the classic piña colada that combines the tropical flavors of coconut and pineapple with the rich, creamy indulgence of Baileys Irish Cream. This cocktail delivers the perfect balance of tropical freshness and velvety smoothness, creating an elevated drinking experience that's both familiar and exciting. The addition of Baileys transforms the traditional beach drink into an elegant cocktail suitable for any season, while maintaining the beloved tropical essence that makes coladas so irresistible. Whether served as a frozen treat or on the rocks, this cocktail brings together the best of both worlds - the vacation vibes of a piña colada with the refined taste of premium Irish cream liqueur.

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Base Preparation:
Begin by blending fresh fruits, yogurt, and honey until smooth. The mixture should have a creamy texture.
Flavor Infusion:
Slowly add spices or herbs of your choice, ensuring even distribution. This step enhances the depth of flavor.
Base Preparation:
Begin by blending fresh fruits, yogurt, and honey until smooth. The mixture should have a creamy texture.
Flavor Infusion:
Slowly add spices or herbs of your choice, ensuring even distribution. This step enhances the depth of flavor.
Base Preparation:
Begin by blending fresh fruits, yogurt, and honey until smooth. The mixture should have a creamy texture.
Baking Tips
Use fresh pineapple juice for the best flavor - avoid canned if possible
Chill all ingredients beforehand for the best texture and temperature
Adjust the coconut cream amount based on desired richness and thickness
Toast coconut flakes in a dry pan for 2-3 minutes for enhanced flavor
For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream
Taste before serving and adjust sweetness with simple syrup if needed
For a stronger coconut flavor, use coconut rum as the primary rum
Keep frozen version glasses in the freezer before serving for extra chill
Blend frozen version in small batches for optimal consistency
For parties, multiply recipe and prepare in a large pitcher
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Baileys Colada Cocktail

This luxurious Baileys Colada is a sophisticated twist on the classic piña colada that combines the tropical flavors of coconut and pineapple with the rich, creamy indulgence of Baileys Irish Cream. This cocktail delivers the perfect balance of tropical freshness and velvety smoothness, creating an elevated drinking experience that's both familiar and exciting. The addition of Baileys transforms the traditional beach drink into an elegant cocktail suitable for any season, while maintaining the beloved tropical essence that makes coladas so irresistible. Whether served as a frozen treat or on the rocks, this cocktail brings together the best of both worlds - the vacation vibes of a piña colada with the refined taste of premium Irish cream liqueur.

Italian Cream Stuffed Cannoncini
Prep Time
10 Minutes
Cook Time
Total Time
10 Minutes
Chef
JUE
Category
Cocktail, Tropical Drink, Cream Cocktail
Difficulty
Easy
Cuisine
International, Tropical
Yield
1 cocktail
Dietary
Contains Dairy, Vegetarian, Gluten-free
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Ingredients

Custard Cream
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For the Base Cocktail:
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2 oz Baileys Original Irish Cream
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1 oz white rum
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1 oz coconut rum
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3 oz fresh pineapple juice
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2 oz coconut cream (or cream of coconut)
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1 oz heavy cream
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1/2 oz fresh lime juice
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1/2 oz simple syrup (optional, to taste)
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For Frozen Version:
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1 cup ice cubes
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1/2 cup frozen pineapple chunks
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1/4 cup frozen coconut flakes
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For Garnish:
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Toasted coconut flakes
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Fresh pineapple wedge
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Maraschino cherry
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Lime wheel
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Whipped cream
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Cinnamon stick
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Cocktail umbrella
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For Rim (Optional):
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Coconut flakes
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Brown sugar
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Baileys or simple syrup for adhering

Instructions

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If making a rimmed glass, combine equal parts toasted coconut flakes and brown sugar on a plate. Brush the rim of your hurricane or rocks glass with Baileys, then dip into the coconut-sugar mixture.
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For the frozen version: Add all cocktail ingredients plus ice, frozen pineapple, and frozen coconut to a blender. Blend on high speed for 30-45 seconds until smooth and creamy.
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For the on-the-rocks version: Add all liquid ingredients to a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds until well chilled and frothy.
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If serving frozen, pour the blended mixture into your prepared glass, filling about 3/4 full.
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If serving on the rocks, strain the shaken mixture over fresh ice in your prepared glass.
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Top with a small dollop of whipped cream and sprinkle with toasted coconut flakes.
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Garnish with a fresh pineapple wedge, maraschino cherry, and lime wheel on a cocktail pick.
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Add a cinnamon stick as a stirrer and finish with a colorful cocktail umbrella.
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Serve immediately with a wide straw if frozen, or a regular straw if on the rocks.
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For extra indulgence, drizzle a small amount of Baileys over the whipped cream just before serving.