Chi Chi


A vodka-driven tropical colada with pineapple and coconut cream.


Base spirit
Vodka
Style
Tiki
Glassware
Tall glass

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.


A blended Chi-Chi with coconut flakes and pineapple wedge.

Ingredients

Servings
  • 2 oz vodka
  • 3 oz pineapple juice
  • 1 oz coconut cream

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.

How to make the Chi Chi

  1. 1Blend with crushed ice until smooth.
  2. 2Pour into tall glass.
  3. 3Garnish.

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