Piña Colada (virgin)
A virgin Piña Colada is a refreshing, non-alcoholic tropical mocktail that captures the classic cocktail's creamy, fruity essence. It typically blends pineapple juice, coconut cream or milk, and ice, often served in a hurricane glass with a pineapple wedge and cherry garnish. This beloved drink originated in Puerto Rico, where it evolved from the alcoholic Piña Colada.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This mocktail is generally high in carbohydrates, primarily from the natural and added sugars in the pineapple juice and coconut cream, with minimal protein or fat. A standard serving can provide a good dose of Vitamin C from the pineapple and some healthy fats from coconut, and it typically ranges from 250 to 400 calories depending on the recipe and portion size.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 267 kcal |
| Protein | 1.2 g |
| Carbs | 50.3 g |
| Fat | 7.5 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 46.2 g |
| Sodium | 20 mg |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg |
| Potassium | 350 mg |
| Calcium | 25 mg |
| Magnesium | 20 mg |
| Phosphorus | 30 mg |
| Folate | 15 mcg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1 mg |
| Manganese | 1.2 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, the virgin version makes the iconic tropical experience accessible to everyone, including those avoiding alcohol. Nutritionally, it's a notable source of quick energy from its carb content and offers the anti-inflammatory benefits associated with bromelain, an enzyme found in fresh pineapple.
