Piña Colada

One sip and you're practically hearing waves. The Piña Colada doesn't pretend to be sophisticated or mysterious. It's creamy coconut, sweet pineapple, rum, and the kind of tropical energy that makes a tiny paper umbrella feel completely appropriate. This is the drink for people who want their cocktail to taste like the best part of a vacation. Sure, the Martini crowd might roll their eyes at something this sweet, but that's their problem. The Margarita offers a tangier escape, while the Mojito brings minty freshness without the creamy richness. Both have serious arguments, but neither delivers quite the same frozen paradise experience. Is the Piña Colada too sweet to take the crown, or is that exactly why it deserves to win?