This tropical 1950's original recipe never needed any 'improvements'. It is a perfect blend of rum and coconut sweetness without any of the syrup-y taste of the mixes.
Place all ingredients in a blender and pulse or mix until evenly blended
Pour into a hurricane glass
Add a wedge of fresh pineapple and cherry for garnish
Notes
If you prefer to skip the alcohol, leave out the rum and serve as a Virgin ColadaIf you don't feel like blending, you can use a cocktail shaker to mix this drink--just remember to shake for at least 30 seconds to ensure it is properly chilled and aerated