Best 7 Caliente Colada Recipes

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Caliente colada is a warm and comforting drink originating from the Caribbean, particularly in Puerto Rico. This beverage is a sweet, coconut-based concoction made with coconut cream, spices, and rum. Caliente colada has become a popular choice for people seeking warmth and relaxation on cold days or as a tropical treat during the summer. It is often enjoyed during festivals, holidays, and other special occasions. With its distinct and flavorful combination of coconut, spices, and rum, caliente colada offers a unique drinking experience that can be enjoyed by people of all ages.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

CARNIVAL COLADA



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For most of the year, Arnaud's is known for churning out more French 75s than any other spot in the city. But during the weeks preceding Mardi Gras, people start buzzing about this festive purple drink instead. It gets its vibrant color from cachaça infused with butterfly pea flower, a brightly hued mild-tasting herb. -Nora Horvath for Food Network Magazine

Provided by Food Network

Categories     beverage

Time P1DT5m

Yield 1 drink (plus extra infused cachaça and coconut magic)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 liter cachaça
1/2 cup dried butterfly pea flowers
1 14-ounce can sweetened condensed coconut milk
1 14-ounce can coconut milk
3 ounces orange juice
3 ounces white rum
1/2 ounce white rum
1/4 ounce orange curaçao
3/4 ounce orange juice
1/2 ounce lime juice
1/2 ounce cinnamon syrup
Mint sprig, for garnish

Steps:

  • Make the butterfly pea cachaça: Pour the cachaça into a large container; add the butterfly pea flowers and stir vigorously. Let steep, stirring occasionally, until the cachaça turns deep purple, about 24 hours. Strain.
  • Make the coconut magic: Combine both coconut milks, the orange juice and rum in a blender. Process until smooth.
  • Make the cocktail: Combine 1 ounce butterfly pea cachaça, 1/2 ounce coconut magic, the rum, curaçao, orange juice, lime juice and cinnamon syrup in a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake well.
  • Strain the drink into a glass filled with crushed ice. Garnish with a mint sprig and decorate with a plastic king cake baby.

PINA COLADA COCKTAIL



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The pina colada is a blended drink that originated in Puerto Rico. The mixture of pineapple, coconut, and rum is a taste of the tropics.

Provided by Allrecipes

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Cocktail Recipes     Rum Drinks Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 fluid ounces light rum
3 tablespoons cream of coconut
3 tablespoons crushed pineapple
2 cups ice

Steps:

  • Combine rum, cream of coconut, pineapple, and ice in a blender. Puree on high speed until smooth. Pour into chilled Collins glass and serve with a straw.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 423.1 calories, Carbohydrate 37.4 g, Fat 9.3 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 8.8 g, Sodium 21.8 mg, Sugar 35.9 g

COOL COLADA



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Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     beverage

Time 5m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

One 12-ounce can seltzer
2 cups pear juice
3/4 cup cream of coconut
1/4 cup lime juice
Ice, for serving
1 cup white rum, optional

Steps:

  • In a small pitcher, combine the seltzer, pear juice, cream of coconut and lime juice. Stir well. Pour into ice-filled glasses. Add 1/4 cup rum per drink, if desired.

BEER COLADA



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     beverage

Time 5m

Yield 1 serving (about 15 ounces)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups ice
1 1/2 ounces pineapple juice
1 1/2 ounces coconut-flavored rum
12 ounces lager or light beer
Pineapple spear and pineapple slice, for garnish

Steps:

  • Fill a cocktail shaker with the ice. Add the pineapple juice and rum and shake. Strain into a 20-ounce beer mug or Pilsner glass. Top off with the beer and stir briefly. Garnish with the pineapple spear and slice.

KANPAI COLADA



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This take on a traditional piña colada has a splash of sake and sweet mango cordial. It's an ideal summer sipping cocktail

Provided by Luke Bensley

Categories     Cocktails

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 9

30ml yuzu sake
70ml pineapple juice, plus pineapple leaves to garnish (optional)
15ml coconut liqueur (we used Kalani)
15ml lime juice, plus a lime wedge to garnish (optional)
15ml mango cordial (see below)
ice
200 sugar
200g chopped mango (prepared weight)
50ml lemon juice

Steps:

  • First, make the mango cordial. Tip the sugar into an airtight container, add the mango and leave at room temperature for 24 hrs. After 24 hours, add 100ml water and stir. Strain the liquid into a jug through a fine mesh sieve, discarding the mango. Stir in the lemon juice. Will keep in a sealed container in the fridge for up to a week.
  • Put a hurricane glass into the fridge to chill. Pour the sake, pineapple juice, coconut liqueur, lime juice and 15ml of the mango cordial into a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake vigorously for approximately 10 seconds. Once the glass is cold, strain in the cocktail and garnish with pineapple leaves or a lime wedge, if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 147 calories, Fat 0.1 grams fat, Carbohydrate 19 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 18 grams sugar, Fiber 0.1 grams fiber, Protein 0.5 grams protein, Sodium 0.02 milligram of sodium

CHOCOLATE COLADA



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Make and share this Chocolate Colada recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Smoothies

Time 5m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 ounces dark Creme de Cacao
1 ounce pina colada nonalcoholic drink mix
1 ounce pineapple juice
6 ice cubes

Steps:

  • Blend all ingredients in blender till smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 15.1, Sodium 3.1, Carbohydrate 3.7, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 2.9, Protein 0.1

CHOCOLATE CALIENTE



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Enjoy this indulgent hot chocolate on cold days. Thick and smooth, it's flavoured with cinnamon, vanilla, orange and lemon peel and topped with whipped cream

Provided by Vuyelo Ndlovu

Categories     Drink

Time 18m

Number Of Ingredients 8

500ml whole milk
2 cinnamon sticks
large strip each of orange and lemon peel
½ tsp vanilla extract
4 tbsp cocoa powder (or use 175g chocolate chunks for extra richness)
1 tsp cornmeal
2 tbsp brown sugar
whipped cream, to serve

Steps:

  • Pour the milk into a saucepan with the cinnamon sticks, citrus peels and vanilla. Bring to the boil over a medium heat and boil for 8-10 mins to infuse the milk.
  • Strain the milk through a sieve into a jug. Discard the aromatics and leave the infused milk to cool, then pour into a clean pan with the cocoa and cornmeal. Bring to a simmer over a low heat, whisking now and then until thick and smooth. Divide between mugs and top with whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 322 calories, Fat 14 grams fat, SaturatedFat 9 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 35 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 31 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 13 grams protein, Sodium 0.3 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Use ripe plantains: Look for plantains that are mostly black with a little bit of yellow or green still visible. Avoid plantains that are mostly green or have bruises or blemishes.
  • Boil the plantains until they are very soft: This will make them easy to mash and give the colada a smooth texture.
  • Use a blender to make the colada: This will help to create a smooth and creamy drink.
  • Add spices to taste: Common spices used in caliente colada include cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. You can also add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a little bit of heat.
  • Serve the colada hot or cold: Caliente colada can be enjoyed hot or cold, depending on your preference.

Conclusion:

Caliente colada is a delicious and nutritious drink that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a warm and comforting drink, give caliente colada a try. With its unique flavor and combination of spices, caliente colada is a surefire hit. Whether you enjoy it hot or cold, this drink is sure to warm your heart and soul. So next time you are looking for a special treat, give caliente colada a try!

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