As more and more folks are seeking out less alcohol in their day-to-day lives, it's also fun to get creative with classic cocktails.
This spin on the classic tropical drink the Pina Colada packs a unique herbal twist thanks to incorporating Traditional Medicinals' turmeric and meadowsweet tea. If you've never used turmeric in a drink before, know that it brings a nice brightness both flavour-wise and colour-wise.
Whether you decide to add a splash of booze or not, this Turmeric Pina Colada cocktail is perfect for a post-workout refresher or anytime treat to brighten up your day!
Turmeric Pina Colada
2 Traditional Medicinals Turmeric with Meadowsweet & Ginger tea bags
1 cup boiling water
½ cup coconut cream or coconut milk
Juice of one lime
2 cups chopped pineapple, frozen if possible
½ cup ice
Dash of honey or maple to sweeten, optional
Pineapple slice, for garnish
Pour boiling water over the tea bags, cover and let steep for 10-15 minutes. Let cool, then squeeze out any excess tea in the tea bags and compost.
Combine tea and all ingredients in the blender and blend until creamy. Serve with a slice of lime, or a pineapple wedge.
- Yield:
- 1 cocktail
- Prep Time:
- 15 minutes
