Chi Chi
A vodka-driven tropical colada with pineapple and coconut cream.
Base spirit
Vodka
Style
Tiki
Glassware
Tall glass
Technique
Blend
The Chi-Chi replaces rum with vodka in a Piña Colada template, producing a lighter, cleaner profile while keeping creamy coconut richness. Blended, it becomes smooth, sweet, and dessert-like with strong pineapple aroma. It’s a beach bar classic tailored for vodka drinkers.
Did you know?
“Popular in Hawaiian resort bars of the 1970s, the Chi-Chi became known as the ‘vodka colada,’ appealing to guests who avoided rum.”
Source:Smuggler’s Cove; PunchDrink archives
Bartender's Note
Use crushed ice to avoid watery texture.
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How to make the Chi Chi
- 1Add vodka, pineapple juice, and coconut cream to a blender with ice
- 2Blend until smooth
- 3Pour into a tall glass
- 4Garnish with pineapple wedge and serve
