How Do You Make Pina Colada Bubble Tea?

pina colada in glass next to pineapple in the beach

A Pina Colada is that classic cocktail that comes to mind when you are dreaming of that hot tropical Summer holiday. While we were dreaming of a laying by the pool sipping on a cocktail, we ideated the unique Pina Colada inspired bubble tea drink, containing all the classic flavours from pineapple to coconut. Read on to learn more about the history of the Pina Colada as well as a full breakdown of our unique recipe designed to be added to your 2025 Summer Bubble Tea Menu. So, how do you make pina colada bubble tea?

Where did the Pina Colada come from?

The Pina Colada is originaly from the Carribean, a refreshing blend of pineapple juice, coconut cream and rum – the original Pina Colada was said to have been created by Puerto Rican bartender Ramon Monchito. In english ‘Pina Colada' directly translates to ‘strained pineapple' which highlights the key ingredient of the drink. The sweet and creamy concoction became a crowd favourite among travellers and cocktail lovers. Now, lets think about a bubble tea pina colada. Blending the key iconic flavours into a tasty bubble tea version.

Recipe for Pina Colada Bubble Tea

Now if we haven't convinced you already, you'll need to checkout our TikTok video for our very own pina colada creation.

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Ingredients:

Instructions:

  1. Add 200ml of green tea to a shaker
  2. Add 2 scoops of creamer (or milk)
  3. Add 1 scoop of coconut drink powder
  4. Give it a good mix!
  5. Add 2 pumps of pineapple syrup
  6. Add ice and shake
  7. Add 1 scoop of pineapple popping balls to your serving cup
  8. Pour the drink over popping balls, and you are ready to serve

Adding to your Summer Bubble Tea Menu

To take your boba to the next level, add a garnish of fresh pineapple or even add some rum to give it that true pina colada effect. So when you're crafting your Bubble Tea Menu for Summer 2025, think about adding a Pina Colada Bubble Tea drink, using our simple ingredients! It is bound to be a crowd favourite on those hot Summer's days.