What is a xylocarp? It is a fruit with a hard woody shell. The best-known xylocarp is a coconut. And the best way to enjoy coconut? In a Pina Colada, of course.
With just 3 ingredients, some ice, and a heavy-duty blender you can enjoy an Xciting Xylocarp Cocktail.....
X may have been the most challenging letter yet. Let's take a look at what the others are serving up today.....
- Karen’s Kitchen Stories: Brothless Ramen with XO Sauce
- Sneha’s Recipe: Chicken Xacuti
- Mayuri’s Jikoni:Mushroom Xacuti
- Faith, Hope, Love, & Luck Survive Despite a Whiskered Accomplice: X’s & O’s (Hugs & Kisses) Brown Sugar Cookies
- Jolene’s Recipe Journal: Xavier Soup
- Blogghetti: Xiaodianxin Recipe
- Food Lust People Love: Xmas Eggnog Fudge
- Culinary Cam: Xoconostle Tartlets
- Magical Ingredients: Xoconostle Xnipec Paratha
- A Messy Kitchen: Xoi - Vietnamese Sticky Rice
- A Day in the Life on the Farm: Xylocarp Cocktail
I was a little worried about what I would make that started with the letter X. I did a Google search for foods or recipes that started with X and there were quite a few more than I had expected. When I saw Xylocarp listed and learned that Coconut was a Xylocarp I suddenly had a ton of recipes I could make.
All of that research made me powerful thirsty. I had all the ingredients I needed for this cocktail and had not yet shared it with you. It's not very seasonal at the moment but I am having a Tropical-themed Friendsgiving on Friday so there is that. Not to mention that they celebrate the Holidays on the Islands too.....So, Cheers!!
Yield: 2 cocktails
Frozen Pina Colada
With only 3 ingredients, some ice, and a blender you can be whisked away to the Island of your dreams......
Prep time: 3 MinTotal time: 3 Min
Ingredients
- 12 oz. pineapple juice
- 6 oz. coconut cream
- 3 oz. white rum
- 3 c. ice
- Maraschino cherry for garnish, if desired
Instructions
- Place all ingredients except the cherry into a heavy-duty blender and puree until smooth.
- Divide between 2 glasses and garnish with the cherry, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories
495Fat (grams)
30 gSat. Fat (grams)
26 gCarbs (grams)
29 gFiber (grams)
2 gNet carbs
26 gSugar (grams)
18 gProtein (grams)
4 gSodium (milligrams)
25 mgCholesterol (grams)
0 mg
Property of A Day in the Life on the Farm
Wendy, that is smart. Who would have thought of using scientific name for an ingredient. As for the frozen Pina Colada, don't mind having one right away, though it is cold outside.
ReplyDeleteYes, it's getting colder here too. Perhaps that's why I'm dreaming of the tropics.
DeleteGreat use of the letter "X!" And of course you have to do a dry run of the cocktail before your get together for scientific purposes!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely Karen.
DeleteNow this is a Z recipe I can get down with! I'll take two please!!! Or maybe three!!!
ReplyDeleteI see that now that X is over...Z is on your mind LOL
DeleteI had no idea what a xylocarp was. Thanks for teaching me something and giving me a great new cocktail recipe.
ReplyDeleteMy pleasure Cam. Cheers.
Delete♫ Give me two xylocarp cocktails, one for each hand ♫ I've always made them from a mixer but I'm sure from scratch is way better!
ReplyDeleteCheers Jolene.....
DeleteI am a sucker for blended drinks! Never actually made a pina colada before, need to try it out.
ReplyDeleteSo easy Kelly. Cheers.
DeleteI've learned so much from these X recipe posts, not the least of which is that coconuts are xylocarps! Who knew? I adore piña coladas and yours looks fabulous!
ReplyDeleteThank you Stacy. It was a fun challenge.
DeleteThis looks delicious, never knew xylocarp is coconut!
ReplyDeleteNor did I but it was a very happy discovery.
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