Coconut Limeade Cooler Cocktail Recipe
This refreshing tropical drink combines the flavors of coconut and lime for a perfect summer sipper. The recipe is easy to make and requires just a few simple ingredients.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Strainer
- Jigger or measuring cup
- Muddler
- Highball glass
- Ice cube tray
- Knife and cutting board
Ingredients
For one cocktail:
- 2 oz coconut rum
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 1 oz cream of coconut
- 2 oz club soda
- 1 lime wedge for garnish
- Ice cubes
Fresh lime juice is key for the best flavor. Cream of coconut adds richness. Club soda gives the drink a light, bubbly texture. Use a quality coconut rum for the best taste.
Instructions
- Fill the cocktail shaker with ice.
- Add coconut rum, lime juice, and cream of coconut to the shaker.
- Shake well for 10-15 seconds.
- Strain the mixture into a highball glass filled with ice.
- Top with club soda and stir gently.
- Garnish with a lime wedge on the rim of the glass.
- Serve and enjoy right away while cold and bubbly.
The drink should look cloudy white with a hint of green from the lime. The flavors will meld as the ice melts slightly.
Notes
This recipe is easy to scale up for a crowd. Simply multiply the ingredients by the number of servings needed. You can make a big batch in a pitcher, but wait to add the club soda until just before serving.
For a non-alcoholic version, replace the coconut rum with coconut water or more cream of coconut. You can also add a splash of coconut extract for extra flavor.
Try freezing coconut water ice cubes to use in place of regular ice. This adds more coconut flavor as they melt.