Puerto Rico is the birthplace of Piña Colada: Here s the story behind the popular cocktail We take a look at the legacy behind Puerto Rico s most popular cocktail - Copyright Getty via Canva By
• Updated: 10/07/2021 - 08:01
Today is National Piña Colada Day in Puerto Rico, the birthplace of this much-loved cocktail. The island was officially given that title back in 1978, when it was recognised for being home to the key ingredient Bacardi - and as the world’s overall largest exporter of rum.
If you like piña colada, head to Puerto Rico
Cocktails command a leading role in Puerto Rico’s gastronomic narrative. The piña colada hails from capital city San Juan, but the identity of its inventor remains a mystery on the island.