The Piña Colada Shot is a creamy, fruity rum shot recipe. The beach classic in a shot — coconut rum, pineapple and cream of coconut, tropical and smooth. For more like it, browse our Rum shots, and always drink responsibly — Shot Chef is for adults 21+.
Piña Colada Shot
About the Pina Colada Shot
Everything you love about the beach classic in two creamy sips. Coconut rum and coconut cream make it lush, pineapple juice cuts through with bright acidity, and the result is basically a tropical milkshake with a gentle kick. No blender or umbrella required.
Tips
- Shake hard and long with ice; the coconut cream needs the workout to go smooth instead of greasy.
- Use canned coconut cream rather than sweet cream-of-coconut syrup if you want it less sugary.
- A pineapple wedge or a dusting of toasted coconut on the rim makes it feel finished.
Variations
- Float a little dark rum on top for a Painkiller-style version with more depth.
- Add a spoon of strawberry puree at the bottom for a Lava Flow look.
Peak summer party material. For the blue-tinted cousin, try the Blue Hawaiian Shot.
Substitutions
- Light rum plus coconut syrup.
- Blend with ice for a frozen mini.
Batch version
For 12, batch and shake in rounds; garnish each.
FAQ
Fresh pineapple?
Fresh juice is brighter, but canned works fine.
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At a glance
- Base liquor
- Rum
- Flavor
- Creamy · Fruity
- Strength
- Easy
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Prep time
- 3 min
- Method
- Shake
- Glassware
- 2 oz shot glass
- Best for
- Bachelorette, Fourth of July
- Est. cost/shot
- $2.40
Drink responsibly. For adults 21+. Never drink and drive.