A Caribeño cocktail is a very simple type of Dairquiri that mixes rum with coconut water, sugar and a tiny bit of lime juice. You'll quickly fall in love with this incredibly refreshing summer drink to enjoy during the holidays.
If you have not used coconut water as a cocktail mixer, yet, it's time to try it out! The tropical flavor of this coconut cocktail will immediately transport you to the Caribbean islands.
It is such a great alternative to the classic Piña Colada and coconut margarita. Plus, you can easily make the Caribeño more or less boozy by adding more or less coconut water.
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Why you'll love this recipe
- This rum with coconut water cocktail is probably the simplest cocktail ever.
- It's surprisingly delicious.
- It's incredibly refreshing during summer.
Ingredients
- White rum is the base of a Caribeño. I like to use regular or ages Bacardi.
- Lime juice brightens up the cocktail with its tangy, slightly sweet flavor. You only need a tiny amount to prevent overpowering the flavor of the coconut water.
- Simple syrup balances out the drink and adds texture. If you don't want to buy simple syrup, heat 1 part of water with 1 part of sugar until completely dissolved. You can also microwave the mixture.
- Coconut water beautifully finishes off the drink. You can use fresh or store-bought coconut water.
Elo's tips
- Use fresh coconut water from a green coconut if you can.
- Buy coconut water without additives if you get it at the grocery store. Make sure it's free from gums and added sugars.
- Shake the cocktail for best results. This helps thoroughly mixing the sugar, citrus juice and alcohol, while also cooling the drink.
- Freeze coconut water into ice cubes to prevent watering down the cocktail and losing the coconut flavor.
Step-by-step with pictures
STEP 1: Pour the rum, lime juice, simple syrup and coconut water into a Mason jar or cocktail shaker.
STEP 2: Fill the shaker with ice. Give it a good shake to mix and cool the drink.
STEP 3: Pour the mixture into a tall glass over fresh ice.
STEP 4: Garnish with lime.
Elo's tip: To make it fun, serve the cocktail in a fresh green coconut.
Watch the video!
Variations
- Add a splash of pineapple juice to the cocktail shaker to enhance the tropical vibes of this coconut water cocktail.
- Alternatively, use part coconut water and part orange juice.
- To intensify the coconut flavor, use part coconut water and part full-fat coconut milk. It will also make the drink a lot creamier.
Frequently asked question
Yes and I can only recommend it! Aged rum has honey notes that blend extremely well with coconut water. I like Bacardi Maestro, a double ages white rum.
You can make this cocktail with white or dark rum. Make sure it has subtle aromas to prevent overpowering the coconut water.
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The recipe
Caribeño Cocktail – Rum With Coconut Water
Ingredients
- 2 fl. ounces (60 ml) white rum
- ¼ fl. ounce (15 ml) lime juice
- ¼ fl. ounce (15 ml) simple syrup
- 4 fl. ounce (90 ml) coconut water more to taste
Instructions
- Add the rum, lime juice and simple syrup to a highball glass and give it a good stir.
- Fill the glass with ice cubes and fill it up with coconut water. Stir and garnish with a slice of lime.
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Wonderfull recipe
Happy you liked its simplicity!
Absolutely delicious and will be making this all the time! Used this recipe as a loose guide using ingredients I had on hand... Coconut water, blueberry rum, agave, and lemon juice.
That blueberry rum sounds amazing! I love that the recipe inspired you!