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What Is the Real Story Behind the Piña Colada?
The iconic tropical favorite is about to celebrate its 70th anniversary. Could it be even older? Rupert Holmes’ 1979 hit single “Escape,” better known as “The Piña Colada Song,” may have affected how generations view the iconic tropical cocktail. The cheesy song about the scandalous exploits of two …
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