The Bandoeng’22 Pandan Colada

The Piña Colada is one of the most famous tropical cocktails in the world, traditionally made with rum, coconut cream and pineapple juice. The drink originated in Puerto Rico and has become synonymous with beach bars and tiki cocktails.

The Bandoeng’22 Pandan Colada adds a Southeast Asian twist to this classic recipe by introducing pandan liqueur. The aromatic flavour of pandan blends beautifully with creamy coconut and fresh pineapple, creating a rich tropical cocktail with a distinctive emerald-green character.

Pandan Pina Colada Cocktail Recipe

Ingredients

• 40 ml (1.35 oz) Bandoeng’22 Pandan Liqueur

• 40 ml (1.35 oz) rum

• 60 ml (2 oz) pineapple juice

• 40 ml (1.35 oz) coconut milk

• ice cubes

Garnish

• pineapple wedge

• pandan leaf

Preparation

1. Fill a shaker with ice cubes.

2. Add Bandoeng’22 Pandan Liqueur, rum, pineapple juice and coconut milk.

3. Shake well until the shaker becomes frosty.

4. Strain into a tiki mug or large glass filled with ice.

5. Garnish with a pineapple wedge and a fresh pandan leaf

Why pandan works in colada cocktails

Colada-style cocktails combine rich coconut with bright tropical fruit flavours. Pandan fits perfectly within this flavour profile because its aroma is often described as a mix of vanilla, coconut and fresh herbs. When combined with pineapple and rum, pandan enhances the tropical character of the drink while adding a distinctive Southeast Asian twist.

Interested in more Pandan Liqueur cocktail recipes?

Discover more of our favorite pandan cocktails we call the Bandoeng’22 Pandan Liqueur Perfect Serves; Pandan Spritz, Pandan Sour, Pandan Negroni or Pandan Highball

Food pairing

The Bandoeng’22 Pandan Pina Colada pairs beautifully with Asian cuisine such as:

• grilled prawns

• satay with peanut sauce

• Thai curry

• tropical desserts

The creamy coconut and pineapple flavours complement spicy and aromatic ingredients, while the pandan aroma enhances coconut-based sauces and sweet tropical flavours.