The Tropical '70s Cocktail We Don't See People Ordering Much Anymore

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The Tropical '70s Cocktail We Don't See People Ordering Much Anymore By Nikki Munoz Aug. 7, 2025 7:39 am EST

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If you're a fan of tropical cocktails, then you need to know about this easy-to-make, three-ingredient drink from the '70s. The Chi Chi consists of vodka, pineapple juice, and cream of coconut (not coconut cream) . Served on the rocks, it's refreshing and creamy, with the sweet taste of pineapple front and center.

The drink originated at Don the Beachcomber, a chain of tiki bar restaurants founded by Donn Beach, a pioneer of mid-century tiki culture. The original version was called the Macadamia Nut Chi Chi and contained one extra ingredient: macadamia nut liqueur. Over time, the liqueur was droppe