Key Takeaways (TL;DR)
- What It Is?: A thick, tropical pineapple smoothie with bright citrus flavor, natural sweetness from real pineapple, and a creamy finish — one of the most versatile smoothie bases you can make.
- Prep Time: 3 minutes | Blend Time: 60 seconds | Total: ~5 minutes
- Servings: 1 large glass (~400ml)
- Difficulty: Easy
- Dietary Notes: Gluten-free / Easily made vegan or dairy-free / High-protein options included
- Best For: Breakfast, post-workout recovery, afternoon snack
- Key Tip: Use frozen pineapple, not fresh. It gives you a thicker, colder result without ice — and ice just dilutes the flavor as it melts.
- Want It Faster? kencko's 'Blues' range of instant smoothie sachets contains real freeze-dried pineapple, kiwi, banana, orange, and blue spirulina. Shake with 300ml of cold water or coconut water for 30 seconds. No blender, 60 calories, 3g fiber, done.
Table of Contents
Pineapple Smoothie: At a Glance
In a Rush? Follow This Pineapple Smoothie Prep Checklist
No time to read the full recipe? Pick your path and follow the steps in order.
Path 1: kencko Blues — Ready in 30 Seconds
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No blender. No chopping. No cleanup. This is the option when time is the real constraint.
- Grab a kencko Blues sachet from your cabinet, desk drawer, or gym bag. Shelf-stable for 18 months — no fridge or freezer needed.
- Add 300ml of cold water or coconut water to your shaker bottle. Coconut water doubles down on the tropical flavor.
- Pour the Blues sachet in. Real freeze-dried pineapple, kiwi, banana, orange, and blue spirulina — nothing else.
- Cap the shaker bottle firmly.
- Shake for 30 seconds.
- Done. Each sachet delivers 60 kcal, 3g fiber, 10% DV vitamin C, 4% DV potassium, and 30% of your recommended daily fruit and vegetable intake with zero added sugar. Start your subscription →
Path 2: Homemade — Ready in Under 5 Minutes

If you have a blender and a few minutes, here is the fastest route through the full recipe:
Getting Your Ingredients Ready
- Frozen pineapple (1.5 cups): Measure straight from the freezer — no thawing. Frozen gives a thicker, colder result than fresh.
- Banana (1/2 medium): Peel and slice. Frozen banana creates extra creaminess; fresh works fine if that is what you have.
- Greek yogurt (optional, 100g): Measure and set aside. This is the protein upgrade — adds ~10g protein and a creamy tang.
- Liquid base (200ml): Coconut water for a lighter drink; coconut milk for something richer. Cold liquid blends better than room temperature.
- Optional boosts portioned out: 1/2 tsp fresh grated ginger, 1 tsp chia seeds, or a handful of spinach if making a green pineapple smoothie.
Equipment Setup
- Blender is clean, lid secured.
- Add liquid first — this creates the vortex that pulls everything into the blades evenly.
- Then add any soft ingredients (yogurt, ginger, spinach).
- Frozen pineapple goes in last, on top.
Blending
- Blend on low for 5–10 seconds, then increase to high.
- Blend on high for 45–60 seconds.
- Too thick: add 30ml of liquid and blend briefly.
- Too thin: add a small amount of extra frozen pineapple or half a frozen banana.
Taste and Adjust
- Taste before adding anything extra.
- Too tart: add 1/4 frozen banana or a few chunks of mango.
- Too sweet: add a squeeze of lime juice.
- Missing brightness: a squeeze of lime or a small strip of lime zest lifts the whole flavor.
- Needs more body: 1 tbsp nut butter or 1/4 avocado blended in adds richness without changing the tropical profile.
Serve and Store
- Pour immediately for the best texture. A thick pineapple smoothie begins to separate within 10–15 minutes at room temperature — that is normal.
- Storing: transfer to a sealed glass jar and refrigerate. Drink within 24 hours.
- Cleanup: rinse the blender immediately with warm water and a drop of dish soap, blend for 10 seconds.
Before You Start: What You Need to Know
1. Ingredients
Core Ingredients
This pineapple smoothie recipe keeps the ingredient list short on purpose. Each ingredient has a clear job: pineapple provides the flavor, bromelain, and vitamin C; banana provides creaminess and natural sweetness; the liquid controls consistency; and the protein source (if using) turns it from a snack into a meal.
All quantities below are for 1 serving.
Optional Add-Ins
Add-ins work best one at a time. Adding multiple extras at once makes it hard to know what is changing the flavor or texture before you commit to a new combination.
The most useful add-in for a post-workout pineapple protein smoothie is a scoop of unflavored or vanilla protein powder — it brings total protein to 25–30g without changing the tropical flavor profile.
- Protein powder (1 scoop): Adds 20–25g protein. Use unflavored or vanilla — flavored protein can overpower the pineapple. Expect a slightly thicker texture.
- Fresh or ground ginger (1/2 tsp): Adds warmth and digestive support. Ginger and pineapple are a classic pairing. Add before blending.
- Spinach (1 large handful, ~30g): Creates a green pineapple smoothie without significantly changing the flavor — pineapple masks spinach almost completely. Start here if you are new to green smoothies.
- Chia seeds (1 tbsp): Adds 5g fiber and omega-3 fatty acids. Slightly thickens texture. Add before blending for even distribution.
- Turmeric (1/4 tsp): Adds anti-inflammatory curcuminoids. Pairs naturally with ginger and pineapple. Always add a small pinch of black pepper to increase curcumin absorption by up to 2,000%.
- Avocado (1/4): Adds healthy fats and a silky texture without altering the tropical flavor. Best for a more filling meal replacement version.
Best Ingredient Substitutions
Most substitutions in this recipe affect texture more than flavor. The single most impactful swap is also the most counterintuitive: using frozen pineapple instead of fresh almost always produces a better result — because it creates a thicker, colder, and more concentrated flavor without needing ice.
2. Nutrition Facts
For people tracking calories, protein, or sugar, this table covers the base pineapple smoothie recipe.
The table also includes a direct comparison with kencko's Blues sachet, since both deliver pineapple-forward nutrition but in very different volumes and formats.
Per serving (homemade base recipe): 1.5 cups frozen pineapple, 1/2 banana, 200ml coconut water, no yogurt.
Note: Homemade estimates based on USDA FoodData Central. kencko Blues figures from the product nutrition label (1 sachet, 18g, mixed with water). Figures vary with liquid choice and exact quantities. Sodium in the homemade version comes primarily from coconut water (approximately 60–70mg per 200ml serving), not from added salt.
Homemade vs. kencko Blues: Nutrition Side by Side
The homemade version delivers a higher amount of total vitamin C and potassium per serving because it uses significantly more fruit volume.
The kencko Blues sachet is lower in calories and sugar, making it a better fit alongside a meal rather than as a replacement for one. It also wins on the things that matter on a weekday morning: no blender or cleanup, shelf-stable for months instead of needing a freezer full of pineapple, and it fits in a bag or desk drawer.
How Homemade Nutrition Changes with Add-Ins?
The base recipe is intentionally lean. Adding the right ingredient shifts it significantly toward a specific goal — more protein for post-workout recovery, more fiber for satiety, or more fat for a longer meal replacement window.
3. Health Benefits of Pineapple Smoothies
Pineapple is one of the most nutritionally interesting smoothie bases available, and most recipes undersell it.
Here is what the research actually shows about the key ingredients:
Benefit 1: Bromelain Supports Protein Digestion and Reduces Inflammation
Pineapple is the only widely available food source of bromelain, a group of proteolytic enzymes that break down protein molecules in the digestive tract.
Bromelain has been studied for its anti-inflammatory properties: a review published in Biotechnology Research International found it to be effective in reducing soft tissue swelling and inflammation.
For post-workout use, this makes a pineapple smoothie a more targeted recovery choice than most other tropical fruits.
Bromelain is most concentrated in fresh pineapple cores.
Frozen pineapple retains most of its bromelain content, though concentrations vary with processing temperatures.
Benefit 2: High Vitamin C Content Supports Immunity and Collagen Production
One cup of pineapple contains approximately 78mg of vitamin C, which covers approximately 87% of the US recommended daily intake.
Vitamin C plays a central role in collagen synthesis, immune function, and iron absorption. A 1.5-cup serving of frozen pineapple covers approximately 130–150% of the daily vitamin C requirement — frozen processing reduces vitamin C content slightly compared to fresh.
This is clinically relevant for people who regularly skip fruit servings: a daily pineapple smoothie covers vitamin C requirements that most processed-food diets consistently miss.
Benefit 3: Manganese Supports Bone Health and Metabolism
Pineapple is one of the richest dietary sources of manganese, a trace mineral that supports bone density, carbohydrate metabolism, and antioxidant enzyme function.
One cup of pineapple provides approximately 76% of the daily recommended intake of manganese.
Most smoothie recipes do not mention this, but it is one of the more distinctive nutritional contributions pineapple makes relative to other tropical fruits.
Benefit 4: Natural Enzymes Support Gut Motility
Beyond bromelain, pineapple contains fiber and natural compounds that support gut motility and regularity.
Combined with coconut water (which provides potassium and magnesium), a pineapple smoothie supports digestive function in a practical, food-first way.
Adding ginger to the recipe compounds this: gingerols and shogaols in fresh ginger have been shown to accelerate gastric emptying in multiple clinical studies.
Benefit 5: Coconut Water Provides Natural Electrolytes
Coconut water contains potassium, magnesium, sodium, and calcium in proportions that support hydration after exercise.
Unlike commercial sports drinks, it contains no artificial sweeteners, colorants, or synthetic electrolytes.
Using coconut water as the base liquid in a healthy pineapple smoothie turns a regular breakfast drink into a functional recovery option without adding calories from processed ingredients.
4. Equipment
This pineapple smoothie recipe does not require specialized equipment. A basic kitchen blender handles fresh pineapple and banana without any issues.
The difference in equipment quality becomes noticeable only when you add frozen ingredients straight from the freezer, protein powder, or leafy greens.
Required Equipment
- Blender: A 700W or higher blender handles frozen pineapple straight from the freezer without leaving chunks. A standard blender works with ripe fresh pineapple, though texture will be slightly less smooth. Quality matters most when you add greens or blend frozen fruit from solid.
- Measuring cups: For consistent serving sizes and accurate nutrition tracking, particularly if you are using this as a breakfast replacement.
- Knife and cutting board: For prepping fresh pineapple or banana if not using pre-cut frozen fruit. Minimal chopping required.
Optional but Useful
- Shaker bottle: For kencko Blues sachets or travel use. No blender needed at all.
- Microplane or fine grater: For fresh ginger. Grating produces a much more intense flavor than chopping.
- Freezer-safe bags: Portion all ingredients at the start of the week. Each morning: add liquid, blend, done. Cuts active prep time to under 90 seconds per serving.
What Does Pineapple Actually Do in a Smoothie?
Most recipes tell you to use pineapple because it tastes tropical. That is true, but it undersells what pineapple actually brings to a blended drink.
Pineapple is one of the few fruits that actively changes what happens to the other ingredients in the blender. Pineapple contains bromelain, a group of enzymes that help break down proteins. This is why pineapple tenderizes meat, and it is also why a pineapple protein smoothie blends more smoothly than most other protein-base combinations.
The bromelain begins pre-digesting the protein powder or yogurt during blending, which means the finished drink is both smoother in texture and slightly easier to digest.
Pineapple is also genuinely high in sugar relative to other smoothie fruits. A cup of pineapple contains approximately 16g of natural sugar.
That is not a reason to avoid it: the sugar comes packaged with fiber, bromelain, vitamin C, and manganese — but it is a reason to be deliberate about what else you add.
A pineapple smoothie built on fruit juice instead of coconut water, with sweetened yogurt and flavored protein powder, can hit 60–80g of sugar per serving before you have added anything extra.
The base recipe in this guide keeps that under control: frozen pineapple, half a banana, coconut water, and a protein source.
The result is approximately 40g of total sugar from whole fruit only, with zero added sugar.
How to Make a Pineapple Smoothie?: Step by Step

Following this sequence produces a noticeably smoother, more evenly blended result than adding all ingredients at once. The order matters more than most people expect.
Here's a stepwise framework to prepare a healthy pineapple smoothie:
Step 1: Measure Your Liquid First
Add 200ml of cold coconut water or coconut milk to the blender before anything else. Liquid first creates the vortex that pulls everything down into the blades.
Starting with frozen fruit and no liquid causes the motor to strain, the blades to stall, and an uneven blend.
Step 2: Add Any Soft Ingredients
Yogurt, avocado, nut butter, ginger, turmeric, or spinach go in next. Soft ingredients incorporate more evenly when they have liquid to move through rather than sitting on top of frozen fruit.
Step 3: Add Dry Boosts
Chia seeds, protein powder, or flaxseed go in at this stage, before the frozen fruit. Dry ingredients disperse more evenly before the heavy frozen layer is added.
Step 4: Add the Banana
Add the banana pieces directly on top of the dry ingredients. This acts as a partial buffer between the light dry ingredients and the heavy frozen pineapple that goes on top.
Step 5: Add Frozen Pineapple Last
Frozen pineapple goes in last, on top of everything else. This placement keeps it close to the blades when the blender starts, which produces the fastest blend without motor strain.
Step 6: Start on Low, Move to High
Start on low for 5–10 seconds, then increase to high. This prevents air pockets forming around the blades before the liquid and soft ingredients are moving.
Step 7: Blend on High for 45-60 Seconds
45 seconds handles most combinations. If you have added greens, fibrous ginger, or a full scoop of protein powder, blend up to 60 seconds for a fully smooth result.
Step 8: Check Consistency
Stop and check. If chunks of frozen pineapple remain visible along the sides, blend for another 15 seconds. If too thick, add 30ml of liquid and blend briefly.
If too thin, add a small amount of frozen pineapple or half a frozen banana.
Step 9: Taste and Adjust
Pour a small amount and taste before committing to the full glass. The pineapple should be the dominant flavor, with the banana providing roundness. Too tart: add more banana or a few chunks of frozen mango.
Too sweet: add a squeeze of lime juice. Missing brightness: a squeeze of lime or small strip of lime zest lifts the whole profile.
Step 10: Serve or Store
Pour immediately for the best texture. If storing, transfer to a sealed glass jar, fill to the brim to minimize air exposure, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours.
Shake before drinking — separation is normal.
Top Tips for a Better Pineapple Smoothie
1. Always Use Frozen Pineapple
Frozen pineapple produces a thicker, colder, and more intensely flavored result than fresh. It also means you always have the ingredient on hand without worrying about ripeness or spoilage.
One bag of frozen pineapple chunks from the grocery store covers 6–8 servings at a fraction of the cost of buying fresh pineapple repeatedly.
2. Coconut Water Over Plain Water
Coconut water adds potassium, magnesium, and a subtle sweetness that complements pineapple without adding refined sugar.
It makes the finished smoothie taste more layered than water does, and it costs only a small amount more per serving.
This is the single easiest upgrade to the base recipe.
3. Add Ginger Every Time
Fresh ginger and pineapple is one of the most complementary flavor combinations in tropical smoothie making. Ginger adds warmth and brightness that makes the pineapple flavor more complex.
Start with 1/4 teaspoon of fresh grated ginger, taste, and add more if needed. Ground ginger works at half the amount.
4. Do Not Over-Blend
60 seconds maximum. Over-blending generates heat, which degrades heat-sensitive vitamin C and shifts the texture from thick and creamy to thin and airy.
The "smooth sound" test works: when the blender motor shifts from a loud churn to a quieter, consistent hum, the smoothie is done.
5. Protein Powder Goes in Before Frozen Fruit
If you are making a pineapple protein smoothie, add the protein powder before the frozen pineapple, not after. Protein powder added on top of frozen ingredients tends to clump at the surface and blend unevenly.
Added to the liquid layer first, it incorporates completely.
6. Prep Sunday, Blend All Week
Portion all solid ingredients (frozen pineapple, banana slices, any greens or seeds) into individual freezer bags on Sunday.
Each morning: pour liquid into the blender, add the bag contents, blend for 60 seconds.
Active time per serving drops to under 90 seconds for the whole week.
7. The 30-Second Version
kencko's Blues sachet contains freeze-dried pineapple, kiwi, banana, orange, and blue spirulina — nothing added.
Shake with 300ml of cold coconut water in a shaker bottle for 30 seconds. 60 calories, 3g fiber, 10% DV vitamin C, zero added sugar. No blender, no cleanup, works anywhere.
For weekday mornings when the blender is not realistic, this is the most consistent alternative to skipping fruit nutrition entirely.
Pineapple Smoothie Variations Worth Trying
To boost the base recipe, add 1 scoop of protein powder and 100g of Greek yogurt.
This elevates protein to 30–35g per serving, while pineapple's bromelain aids digestion — making it an ideal post-workout recovery drink. Blend as usual for a thick, creamy result.
Green Pineapple Smoothie
Add 1–2 large handfuls of baby spinach to the base recipe before blending. Pineapple masks spinach flavor almost completely at a 1.5 cup pineapple to 1 cup spinach ratio.
The result is a pineapple green smoothie that tastes tropical, looks bright green, and delivers iron, folate, and magnesium alongside the pineapple's vitamin C and bromelain. This is the most practical way to add a full serving of leafy greens to a morning routine without tasting them.
For a no-blender green option: kencko's Greens sachet contains real freeze-dried pineapple, banana, kiwi, spinach, kale, apple, and ginger.
Same principle: pineapple leads the flavor, greens deliver the nutrition. 60 kcal, 3g fiber, vitamin A and C, iron, magnesium, and 9 vitamins and nutrients per sachet.
Shake with 300ml of water for 30 seconds.
Pineapple Ginger Turmeric Smoothie (Anti-Inflammatory)
Add 1/2 tsp fresh grated ginger, 1/4 tsp turmeric, and a pinch of black pepper to the base recipe.
The black pepper is non-negotiable: it increased curcumin absorption from turmeric by up to 2,000% in one controlled study published in Planta Medica
The flavor is warming and tropical, and the combination covers bromelain (from pineapple), gingerols (from ginger), and curcuminoids (from turmeric) in a single glass.
Tropical Mango Pineapple Smoothie
Replace half the frozen pineapple with frozen mango. Mango adds beta-carotene and a softer, rounder sweetness that makes the smoothie less tart.
This version works particularly well as a morning breakfast smoothie for people who find straight pineapple too acidic on an empty stomach.
The mango thickens the texture further and makes the color warmer and more orange-gold.
Kids' Version
Use fresh pineapple instead of frozen (less intensely tart), reduce to 1 cup pineapple, and add a full banana for extra sweetness.
Skip ginger and turmeric on first introduction. Add 1/2 cup of plain yogurt for creaminess. The result tastes like a tropical dessert drink and contains real fruit with no added sugar.
For a blender-free option at school or on the go, kencko Blues sachets mixed with oat milk produce a naturally sweet pineapple drink that is consistent every time.
How to Store and Meal Prep This Recipe?
- Refrigerating: Transfer to a sealed glass jar, fill to the brim to minimize air exposure, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Separation is normal — shake or stir before drinking. Smoothies with avocado are best drunk within 4 hours due to oxidation browning.
- Freezing: Pour the blended smoothie into silicone ice cube trays or freezer-safe containers and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge. Re-blend with a small splash of liquid for 10 seconds to restore consistency after thawing.
- Meal Prep: At the start of the week, portion all solid ingredients (frozen pineapple, banana slices, seeds, spinach) into individual freezer bags. Each morning: pour liquid into the blender, tip in the bag, blend for 60 seconds. This system covers 5 weekday servings per prep session and removes the daily friction that breaks most smoothie habits. Total active time per morning: under 2 minutes.
Make Your Pineapple Smoothie Habit Easier with kencko
Making a pineapple smoothie from scratch takes around 5 minutes when the ingredients are ready. On a busy weekday morning, the cutting, measuring, blending, and cleaning is often the part that gets skipped.
kencko's Blues sachet gives you real pineapple and other fruit in 30 seconds — real freeze-dried pineapple, kiwi, banana, orange, and blue spirulina. No preservatives, no additives, no artificial flavors.
The tropical flavor comes from real fruit. The blue color comes from phycocyanin in real blue spirulina, not a dye.
Per sachet (mixed with water): 60 kcal, 3g fiber (11% DV), 10% DV vitamin C, 4% DV potassium, 0g added sugar.
Starting at $2.81 per serving on a smoothie subscription box, that is significantly less than a cold-pressed pineapple smoothie from a café, with a cleaner ingredient list and no freezer requirement.
Your first box ships with all four bestselling flavors: Reds, Purples, Blues, and Greens. From your second order, you pick your own mix. Pause, skip, or cancel any time from your account dashboard, with no calls required.
Get the benefits of real, freeze-dried pineapple, in just 30 seconds — start your kencko subscription now!

FAQs About Pineapple Smoothies
Is a pineapple smoothie healthy?
A pineapple smoothie is healthy when made from whole fruit with no added sugar. One serving of the base recipe provides over 150% of the recommended daily vitamin C, approximately 150% of daily manganese, 5g of dietary fiber, and bromelain — a proteolytic enzyme with studied anti-inflammatory properties. The calorie count sits at approximately 215 kcal without any protein add-in. Adding Greek yogurt brings it to around 274 kcal with 10g of protein, making it a nutritionally complete breakfast option.
How many calories are in a pineapple smoothie?
The base pineapple smoothie recipe in this guide contains approximately 215 kcal per serving: 1.5 cups frozen pineapple, 1/2 banana, and 200ml coconut water with no yogurt or protein powder. Adding Greek yogurt (100g) brings it to around 274 kcal and adds 10g of protein. A full scoop of protein powder adds another 100–120 kcal and 20–25g of protein, bringing the total to approximately 315–335 kcal — enough to function as a complete meal replacement.
How do I make a pineapple smoothie without banana?
To make a pineapple smoothie without banana, replace it with half an avocado for creaminess, or use 1/2 cup of frozen mango for sweetness and a similar thick texture. Avocado produces a richer, more neutral flavor that lets the pineapple lead completely. Mango adds beta-carotene and a softer sweetness. Both substitutions work well; neither changes the fundamental tropical character of the smoothie.
How do I make a healthy pineapple smoothie?
A healthy pineapple smoothie uses frozen pineapple as the base, coconut water or plain water as the liquid (not juice), a real protein source like Greek yogurt or silken tofu, and no added sweeteners. Add liquid first, then soft ingredients, then frozen pineapple last. Blend on high for 45–60 seconds. The result should come in under 300 kcal with at least 8–10g of protein, 5g of fiber, and more than 100% DV of vitamin C — all from whole food ingredients.
Can I make a pineapple smoothie without a blender?
Yes. kencko's Blues sachet is specifically designed for no-blender preparation. Add the sachet to 300ml of cold water or coconut water in a shaker bottle, cap it, and shake for 30 seconds. The result is a real pineapple-forward smoothie with 60 kcal, 3g fiber, and 10% DV vitamin C from real freeze-dried pineapple, kiwi, banana, and orange — in under 30 seconds with no equipment.
How do I make a pineapple smoothie thicker?
The most effective way to thicken a pineapple smoothie is to use frozen pineapple instead of fresh (the single highest-impact change), freeze the banana before blending, or add 100g of Greek yogurt. A tablespoon of chia seeds also thickens the smoothie, though it takes 2–3 minutes to take effect after blending. Avoid adding ice to compensate for fresh fruit — ice dilutes the flavor as it melts and produces a watery result within 5 minutes.
Does pineapple in a smoothie lose its bromelain after blending?
Pineapple retains most of its bromelain after blending, provided the blending time is kept under 60 seconds and no heat is involved. Bromelain is heat-sensitive — activity begins to decline meaningfully around 55–60°C and drops significantly above 65°C. Standard blending for under 60 seconds with frozen pineapple generates minimal heat and stays well below the threshold for significant degradation. The bromelain in a freshly blended pineapple smoothie is largely intact and active. Freezing reduces bromelain activity somewhat, but frozen pineapple still retains meaningful concentrations of the enzyme.
What is the best liquid to use in a pineapple smoothie?
Coconut water is the best liquid base for a pineapple smoothie because it adds natural potassium and electrolytes, complements the tropical flavor, and keeps the calorie count low. Unsweetened coconut milk is the best choice for a creamier, more indulgent result. Plain water works well if you want to keep things as light as possible without adding any flavor. Fruit juice is the worst choice — even 200ml of pineapple juice adds approximately 24g of sugar and no fiber before the fruit is counted.
How do you make a pineapple smoothie step by step?
Making this smoothie is quick and easy. Just pour 200ml of cold coconut water into your blender, then toss in your soft extras like yogurt or ginger. Add 1.5 cups of frozen pineapple and half a banana last. Blend on low for 5 to 10 seconds before switching to high for another 45 to 60 seconds. Give it a taste and add a splash of lime if you want more zest or some mango if you need more sweetness. You will be finished in under 5 minutes. If you are in a real hurry and want to skip the blender entirely, grab a kencko Blues sachet. It delivers that same tropical flavor in just 30 seconds using a simple shaker bottle.