Coconut Cream substitutes
The closest substitute for Coconut Cream is Cream, which works but the drink will taste a little different. Loses the coconut flavour. In a pinch, use Condensed Milk.
What to use instead of Coconut Cream
| Substitute | How much | Strength |
|---|---|---|
CreamWorks, tastes different Loses the coconut flavour. Same amount | Same amount | Alcohol-free |
Condensed MilkLast resort Very sweet; use half. Use half the amount | Use half the amount | Alcohol-free |
Almost the same: most people won’t notice. Works, tastes different: still a good drink, just a different one. Last resort: better than skipping the drink.
Swap it in your drink
Pick a substitute to see how much to pour in each drink with Coconut Cream, how strong the drink ends up and when to adjust the sugar.
- Bahama Mama
30ml (1 oz) Coconut Cream → 30ml (1 oz) Cream
Same strength
- Bahama Mama Slush
120ml (4 oz) Coconut Cream → 120ml (4 oz) Cream
Same strength
- BBC (Baileys Banana Colada)
45ml (1½ oz) Coconut Cream → 45ml (1½ oz) Cream
Same strength
- Blue Hawaiian
30ml (1 oz) Coconut Cream → 30ml (1 oz) Cream
Same strength
- Bushwacker
60ml (2 oz) Coconut Cream → 60ml (2 oz) Cream
Same strength
- Lava Flow
60ml (2 oz) Coconut Cream → 60ml (2 oz) Cream
Same strength
- Miami Vice
15ml (½ oz) Coconut Cream → 15ml (½ oz) Cream
Same strength
- Painkiller
30ml (1 oz) Coconut Cream → 30ml (1 oz) Cream
Same strength
- Painkiller Slush
90ml (3 oz) Coconut Cream → 90ml (3 oz) Cream
Same strength
- Piña Colada
50ml (1⅔ oz) Coconut Cream → 50ml (1⅔ oz) Cream
Same strength
- Piña Colada Slush
150ml (5 oz) Coconut Cream → 150ml (5 oz) Cream
Same strength
- Tradewinds
45ml (1½ oz) Coconut Cream → 45ml (1½ oz) Cream
Same strength
- Virgin Piña Colada
30ml (1 oz) Coconut Cream → 30ml (1 oz) Cream
Same strength
- Virgin Piña Colada Slush
150ml (5 oz) Coconut Cream → 150ml (5 oz) Cream
Same strength
Low and zero proof
An alcohol-free bottle can’t simply replace Coconut Cream: without the alcohol the drink needs rebalancing. These versions are worked out for you.
- Virgin Piña ColadaZero proof
What is Coconut Cream?
A thick, sweet coconut cream used in tropical drinks like the Piña Colada.
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Questions about Coconut Cream substitutes
What is the best substitute for Coconut Cream?
Cream is the closest substitute for Coconut Cream, though the drink will taste a little different. Loses the coconut flavour. Use the same amount.
What can I use instead of Coconut Cream in a Piña Colada?
Cream: swap 50ml (1⅔ oz) of Coconut Cream for 50ml (1⅔ oz) of Cream.
How much Condensed Milk do I use instead of Coconut Cream?
Use half the amount: 30 ml (1 oz) of Coconut Cream becomes 15 ml of Condensed Milk.
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Out of Coconut Cream?
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