Lava Flow Drink Recipe

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A lava flow drink is a cross between a piña colada and a strawberry daiquiri. The perfect colorful Hawaiian tropical frozen cocktail to make this summer or really any time of year.

If you’ve ever wanted to feel like you’re on a white sandy beach, sand between your toes, and cool blue waters rolling in, but can’t make the trip to Hawai’i, why not settle for this delicious frozen cocktail.

Bright fiery red base with a creamy white top poured in a tall collins glass makes this frozen cocktail both a visual and tasty treat.

The lava flow is a popular drink here in Hawai’i and while not truly a Hawaiian recipe, it has definitely become a mainstay in local bars and restaurants.

The lava flow cocktail is a cross between a pina colada and strawberry daiquiri. A sweet and colorful tropical cocktail that you just have to try. 

What’s in a lava flow drink?

• Strawberries. Frozen is best as it gives it a smoothie like consistency.
• Light rum. You can use any brand you’d like here.
• Coconut rum. You can also use any brand here. The coconut flavor gives it a tropical kick.
• Banana. Be sure to use a ripe banana here. The riper the banana, the sweeter it is.
• Cream of coconut. Not to be confused with coconut cream. You can find this in your local grocery store. It’s a sweet cream made from the coconut meat and has a thick syrup consistency.
• Pineapple juice. Canned or fresh works here.
• Ice. You can’t have a blended drink without some ice right?

Garnishes

• Fresh slice of pineapple
• Cocktail umbrella

Why is it called a lava flow?

The pineapple, banana, and coconut mixture gets poured over a boozy strawberry base creating what looks like lava flowing. This look is what gives this frozen cocktail its name.

How do you make a virgin lava flow?

Got kids or non-drinkers around? Not to worry. This cocktail can easily be made virgin (no alcohol). Simply replace the alcohol with milk. Now you’ve got a delicious lava flow smoothie.

Can you make this frozen cocktail ahead of time?

Since this drink is made with frozen ingredients it is best to make at the time of serving. It will not hold up well in the refrigerator or freezer if made ahead of time.

What type of glass should I serve it in?

Classic lava flows are served in a hurricane or collins glass, however you can use any glass you’d like here.

More drink recipes to check out

• Coconut nut margarita
• Dalgona coffee
• Immunity boosting smoothie
• Hawaiian lemonade

How to make a lava flow drink?

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1. To a blender add strawberries, light rum, and coconut rum. Blend until well combined. Pour mixture into a glass and set aside.
2. Rinse out the blender.
3. Then add banana, coconut cream, pineapple juice, and ice to the blender. Blend until well combined.
4. Slowly pour the banana mixture over the strawberry mixture. Garnish with pineapple and cocktail umbrella and ENJOY!

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