Coco Loco Recipe
Written by Beat the heat with this Coco Loco recipe! Blend Aguardiente, coconut cream, pineapple, and lime juice for an ideal summer cocktail.
Prep time: 1 minute
Mixing time: 1 minute
Servings: 1
Calories: 229
Ingredients
- 2 oz Aguardiente
- 1 oz coconut cream
- 2 oz pineapple juice
- ½ oz lime juice
- Ice cubes
- Pineapple slice or wedge - for garnish, optional
Equipment
- Highball Glass
- Measuring Jigger
- Shaker
- Strainer
Instructions
- Prep Glass: Fill your highball glass with ice cubes, stir and set it aside.
- Add Pineapple Juice: Pour in 2 oz pineapple juice into the shaker.
- Add Lime Juice: Add ½ oz lime juice to the mix.
- Add Coconut Cream: Measure and add 1 oz coconut cream to the shaker.
- Add Aguardiente: Pour 2 oz Aguardiente into the shaker.
- Add Ice: Fill your shaker with ice.
- Shake Well: Shake the ingredients vigorously for about 10 seconds.
- Strain and Serve: Strain the mixture into the highball glass over fresh ice.
- Garnish: Place a pineapple slice or wedge on the rim of the glass for garnish.
Notes
Substitutes:
- Aguardiente: If you don't have Aguardiente, you can use white rum as a substitute. I've also tried using vodka for a different but still enjoyable flavor profile.
- Coconut Cream: In case you run out of coconut cream, coconut milk works, too, though it's less rich. You can also blend coconut flakes with water to make a quick, homemade version.
- Pineapple Juice: Freshly squeezed pineapple juice tastes best, but canned or bottled versions work fine too. Pineapple-flavored soda can add an interesting twist if you're in a pinch.
- Lime Juice: Fresh lime juice is ideal, but bottled lime juice can be used if necessary. Lemon juice can also serve as an alternative, though it will slightly alter the flavor.
Making a Pitcher of Coco Loco:
- Scale: To make a pitcher that serves 8, multiply all the ingredients by 8. That would be 16 oz of Aguardiente, 8 oz of coconut cream, 16 oz of pineapple juice, and 4 oz of lime juice.
- Mix: In a large pitcher, combine the Aguardiente, coconut cream, pineapple juice, and lime juice. Stir well.
- Serve: Pour the mixture into individual ice-filled highball glasses, garnish with a pineapple slice or wedge, and serve immediately.
Making it Non-Alcoholic:
- Aguardiente Substitute: Use a non-alcoholic spirit that mimics the flavor of Aguardiente.
- Proceed As Usual: Use these non-alcoholic substitutes instead of the regular ingredients, follow the original steps, and enjoy a non-alcoholic version.
Making it Vegan:
- Coconut Cream Substitute: Ensure that your coconut cream is vegan-friendly; some brands may add non-vegan ingredients. Alternatively, use full-fat coconut milk or make your own by blending coconut flakes with water.
- Proceed As Usual: Follow the original steps using vegan-friendly ingredients to enjoy a vegan Coco Loco cocktail.