1. Gather all the ingredients, including coconut cream, coconut milk, pineapple juice, white rum (optional), lime juice, grenadine syrup, and crushed ice. Freshly squeeze the pineapple juice for a more vibrant flavor.
2. Measure each ingredient as specified: 2 oz (60ml) coconut cream, 1 oz (30ml) coconut milk, 2 oz (60ml) pineapple juice, 1 oz (30ml) rum (if using), ½ oz (15ml) lime juice, ½ oz (15ml) grenadine syrup, and 1 cup crushed ice.
3. Prepare a powerful blender and combine all the measured ingredients inside it.
4. Blend the mixture on high until it becomes smooth and creamy. Adjust the consistency by adding more crushed ice or frozen pineapple chunks if you prefer a thicker texture.
5. Chill your serving glasses in the freezer for 10-15 minutes to enhance the drink experience.
6. Once blended, pour the Flamingo Frost Colada evenly into one or two cocktail glasses.
7. Garnish the drink with a pineapple wedge, maraschino cherry, or lime slice for a vibrant and elegant presentation.
8. Serve the drink immediately to enjoy its frothy, icy texture at its best.
9. Customize the sweetness or flavor as desired by adding more grenadine syrup for extra sweetness or substituting white rum with coconut rum for a richer coconut twist.
10. Experiment with creative variations like blending in fresh mint leaves, adding frozen tropical fruits, or creating a non-alcoholic version by omitting the rum.