Description
Refreshing iced peach colada whispers summer’s sweet melody with Caribbean flair. Cool tropical notes dance across palates, inviting you to savor paradise in one luxurious sip.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups peach nectar or juice
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1 cup coconut milk
Liquid Enhancers:
- 1/2 cup maraschino cherry juice or syrup
Garnish and Ice:
- Crushed ice
- Maraschino cherries
- Fresh peach slices
Instructions
- Craft the foundational liquid by blending peach nectar, pineapple juice, and coconut milk in a cocktail shaker, incorporating ice and vigorously mixing for approximately 30 seconds to ensure thorough integration and optimal temperature.
- Prepare serving vessels by layering crushed ice as the initial foundation, then strategically drizzle maraschino cherry juice along the interior, allowing it to settle and create a visually appealing gradient effect.
- Carefully cascade the chilled peach and coconut mixture over the cherry-infused ice, ensuring a smooth and elegant pour that maintains the distinct layering.
- Elevate the presentation by adorning each beverage with a vibrant maraschino cherry and a delicately sliced fresh peach segment, transforming the drink into a visually stunning tropical libation.
- Serve the iced peach colada immediately to preserve its refreshing temperature and intricate flavor profile, inviting guests to indulge in this summery cocktail experience.
Notes
- Swap coconut milk with almond or oat milk for a lighter, dairy-free version that maintains the creamy texture.
- Crush ice in a blender for a more uniform, snow-like consistency that enhances the drink’s visual appeal and chilling effect.
- Infuse the cherry juice with a splash of rum or vodka for an extra kick without overwhelming the delicate peach and tropical flavors.
- Freeze fresh peach slices beforehand to use as edible ice cubes, adding natural sweetness and preventing drink dilution.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Mocktails, Cocktails
- Method: Shaking
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 25 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg