Guava Colada – Tropical Guava & Coconut Blended Cocktail
When guava meets coconut and dark rum, paradise ends up in your glass. The Guava Colada is a smooth, tropical frozen cocktail that blends creamy coconut with fruity guava and a hint of lime for perfect summer refreshment.
A Tropical Twist on a Classic
A playful cousin of the Piña Colada, this Guava Colada trades pineapple for pink, fragrant guava and keeps the same creamy coconut base that made the original a beach-bar icon. The result is a sweet-tart, slushy drink that cools you down instantly.
What You’ll Need
Ingredients
- Dark Rum – gives warmth and depth.
- Crème de Coconut – adds creamy sweetness.
- Guava Juice – brings fruity, tropical character.
- Lime Juice – brightens and balances the mix.
- Crushed Ice – creates the frozen texture.
Equipment
- Blender
- Parfait or hurricane glass
Why You’ll Love This Drink
Bright pink and silky smooth, the Guava Colada looks as good as it tastes. The combo of guava and coconut is lush and aromatic, while dark rum adds just enough backbone. It’s tailor-made for beach days, backyard grills, or any moment you want to taste vacation.
Substitutions & Variations
- Swap dark rum for spiced rum to add vanilla and spice.
- Use coconut water instead of crème de coconut for a lighter version.
- Skip the rum entirely and top with soda water for a mocktail.
Helpful Tips
- Garnish with a guava slice or pineapple leaf.
- Use frozen guava purée instead of juice for thicker texture.
- To crush ice fast, pulse cubes in a blender for a few seconds.
Guava Colada Recipe
Type of Glass
Parfait Glass
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 oz.
- 3 oz. Guava juice
- 1 oz. Creme de Coconut
- 1/4 oz.
- 1 cup Crushed Ice
Directions
- Add dark rum, crème de coconut, guava juice, and lime juice to a blender.
- Fill with about 1 cup of crushed ice and blend until smooth.
- Pour into a Parfait Glass and garnish with a guava slice or pineapple leaf, if desired.
- If you don’t have crushed ice, pulse regular ice cubes in a blender or wrap them in a towel and crush with a mallet.
Sip, smile, and let the Guava Colada take you somewhere warm — even if it’s just your kitchen.
