The Key Lime Colada is rich and creamy cocktail that closely tastes like a delicious key lime pie.
Refreshingly sweet with a little tart, this drink will have you feeling like you in a tropical paradise.
Sip on the refreshing and tangy Key Lime Colada this summer! It’s a tangier… and often called a key lime pina colada. V
The creamy texture and zesty flavor of this drink is quite popular in Key West, Florida and there’s no reason you can enjoy your own little taste of paradise right at home. You’ll be day dreaming of an ocean breeze and palm trees! A key lime colada is easy to find in Key West!
If you’re hosting a summer party, it’s the perfect time to serve up the Key Lime Colada! Or even simply celebrating a special occasion or enjoying a lazy afternoon by the pool, then this is the perfect cocktail.
It’s a fun twist to our old tropical favorite, the Creamy Pina Colada!
And, if you need a few more refreshing drinks during the heat of summer try our Blue Hawaiian drink or my delicious Mermaid Water.
Why You’ll Love this Key Lime Colada
- It combines the tangy flavor of real key lime juice with the sweetness of cream of coconut and pineapple juice.
- The addition of spiced rum and vanilla rum gives it a unique and flavorful twist.
- The creamy texture and refreshing taste make it the perfect drink for a hot summer day.
- The graham cracker crumbs on the rim of the glass add a yummy texture and makes it taste even more like a slice of pie.
Two of my other favorite creamy drinks are the Miami Vice Drink and this amazingly good Bananas Foster Cocktail.
What is the Difference Between Limes and Key Limes?
Key limes have an incredible flavor. These little citrus fruits may be small, but they pack a punch with their more acidic and complex flavor profile compared to regular limes.
Their tart and tangy flavor is balanced with a sweet aroma.
Regular limes are larger with thicker skin. They have a milder and more straightforward taste.
For this Key Lime Pie Colada, it is best made with actual key limes.
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Kitchen Equipment
- Blender (I use this Ninja Blender, it crushes ice like a boss and it actually has a frozen drinks button that is magic!)
- Shot Glass
- Fruit Juicer
- Knife
- Cutting board
Ingredients
Feel free to adjust the quantity of an ingredient to your own tastes.
SPICED RUM: Grab your favorite brand of spiced rum to add a warm and spicy flavor to this drink.
VANILLA RUM: Sweet and smooth, the light vanilla flavor is a must have for a Key Lime Colada.
KEY LIME JUICE: Grab a bag of key limes from the store to get the sweeter citrus flavor.
CREAM OF COCONUT: Very sweet and creamy which gives this cocktail full flavor and thickness.
PINEAPPLE JUICE: My favorite sweet and tropical fruit juice!
PINA COLADA MIX: Just a touch to add a little more tropical flavor and enhance the creaminess of this drink.
GRAHAM CRACKER CRUMBS: For rimming the glass, these little crumbs add the graham cracker crust flavor that is a must have to complete the key lime pie flavor.
GARNISH: Choose your favorite garnishes. Add fresh pineapple wedges, maraschino cherry, a slice of lime or lime wheel. And every tropical cocktail looks fabulous garnished with a few pineapple leaves.
ICE CUBES: Crushed ice is added to your blender to get the perfect consistency.
How To make a Key Lime Colada
Talk about easy!
- First, cut your key limes in half and use a fruit juicer to juice about 3 key limes into your blender.
- Next, add all ingredients (except graham cracker crumbs and garnishes) to your blender (this Ninja Blender crushes ice like a boss!) and blend until smooth.
- Use a slice of Key Lime to rub around the rim of your glass.
- Add your graham cracker crumbs to a shallow dish, then dip the rim in the graham cracker crumbs.
- Pour the mixture into your glass and add garnishes.
Variations and Substitutions
I love making this Key Lime Colada recipe for my friends! Here are a few variations you can make:
- Substitute the vanilla rum with a coconut rum for a more coconut flavor,
- Add a splash of grenadine or strawberry syrup for a fruity twist.
- Garnish with whipped cream on top.
- Dress it up and serve in a hurricane glass.
Savor the tropical flavors of this Key Lime Colada while soaking up the sun by the pool or, enjoy it on a lazy afternoon while daydreaming about the sandy beaches of the Florida Keys.
Cheers!
Key Lime Colada
The Key Lime Colada is rich and creamy cocktail that closely tastes like a delicious key lime pie. Refreshingly sweet with a little tart, this drink will have you feeling like you in a tropical paradise.
Ingredients
- 2 ounces Spiced Rum
- 3 ounces Vanilla Rum
- 1 1⁄2 ounces Key lime juice
- 2 ounces Cream of Coconut
- 2 ounces Pineapple Juice
- 1 1⁄2 cups Ice
- Garnish: crushed graham crackers, slice of lime, pineapple leaves
Instructions
- First, cut your key limes in half and use a fruit juicer to juice about 3 key limes into your blender.
- Next, add all ingredients (except graham cracker crumbs and garnishes) to your blender and blend until smooth.
- Use a slice of Key Lime to rub around the rim of your glass.
- Add your graham cracker crumbs to a shallow dish, then dip the rim in the graham cracker crumbs.
- Pour the mixture into your glass and add garnishes.
Notes
See recipe post for variations and tips. Drink Responsibly.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
2Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 490Total Fat: 16gSaturated Fat: 15gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 17mgSodium: 210mgCarbohydrates: 57gFiber: 6gSugar: 36gProtein: 4g
Nutritional values are estimates and not exact.