I use a lot of sherry in low-alcohol drinks. And yes, I do have two recipes for alternatives to the classic rum-filled piña colada. (Here's the nonalcoholic version.) Sherry coladas have a special magic, including some of the fruity, nutty elements of rum while keeping the alcohol proof low. This 5% ABV drink is incredibly tasty and still has wonderful complex flavors that keep it from being candy. Isn’t that the goal for no- and low-alcohol cocktails?
To make the salt tincture, simply combine four parts water to one part salt in a resealable jar and shake until the salt dissolves. Transfer the tincture to a dasher or eye dropper bottle to use.
Recipe information
Yield
Makes 1 cocktail
Ingredients
Preparation
Step 1
Combine sherry, pineapple juice, cream of coconut, lime, and salt tincture in a blender with ½ cup of ice and blend until smooth.
Step 2
Pour into hurricane glass and garnish with pineapple slice, cherry, and frond.
Recipe notes
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