- The coconut milk curdled. Why?
- The acidic environment (cider, pineapple) can curdle proteins. Solution: shake thoroughly with ice before serving, and pour the cider on only at the end.
- Can I use coconut water?
- Yes, but it will be less creamy, more like a lemonade.
Pineapple & Coconut Cider
If Piña Colada and cider met in a beach bar, this would be the result. The fat of the coconut milk rounds off the acids of the cider and pineapple, creating a creamy, tropical emulsion. Refreshing, yet substantial.
Ingredients
330
ml
Apple Cider
150
ml
100% Pineapple juice
50
ml
Thick coconut milk (tinned)
1
tsp
Honey (optional)
4
sprigs
Mint
plenty
pcs
Ice cubes
2
wedges
Pineapple (for garnish)
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Equipment Needed
- Shaker or sealable jar
- Ice cubes
- Highball glasses
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Instructions
1
✓
Fill the shaker with ice. Pour in the pineapple juice and coconut milk (and honey if you like it sweeter).
Tip: Coconut milk tends to separate in the can, stir smooth before use.
2
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Shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds until the side of the shaker frosts up.
Tip: Shaking not only cools but also aerates the liquid and emulsifies (mixes) the fatty coconut with the watery pineapple.
3
✓
Strain the mixture into glasses filled with fresh ice (half full).
Tip: Use fresh ice in the glass, the ice in the shaker is watery.
4
✓
Slowly top up with cold cider, then gently lift with a spoon to mix, but don't let the foam run over.
Tip: Carbonation can react with the foamy base, pour carefully!
5
✓
Garnish with mint and a pineapple wedge.
Tip: Slap the mint against your palm before adding to release essential oils.
Recipe FAQ
Ingredients
- 330 ml Apple Cider
- 150 ml 100% Pineapple juice
- 50 ml Thick coconut milk (tinned)
- 1 tsp Honey (optional)
- 4 sprigs Mint
- plenty pcs Ice cubes
- 2 wedges Pineapple (for garnish)