Malibu Watermelon Cooler Cocktail
The Malibu Watermelon Cooler Cocktail mixes sweet watermelon with coconut rum for a light, breezy drink. Refreshing, easy to make, and perfect for summer sipping—whether you’re relaxing solo or chilling with friends.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Muddler
- Strainer
- Measuring jigger
- Tall glass
- Bar spoon
- Ice cube tray
Ingredients
- 2 oz Malibu Watermelon Rum
- 1 oz vodka or gin optional, for more punch
- 2 oz watermelon juice fresh or bottled
- 1 oz pineapple juice or orange juice
- 1 oz cranberry juice or lemonade
- 0.5 oz freshly squeezed lime juice
- sparkling water or club soda or ginger beer splash, for topping
- fresh mint leaves for muddling and garnish
- watermelon wedge for garnish
- ice cubes
Instructions
- Fill a shaker with ice.
- Add Malibu Watermelon Rum, vodka or gin (if using), watermelon juice, pineapple juice, cranberry juice, and lime juice.
- Shake for about 15 seconds until well chilled.
- Strain into a tall glass packed with ice.
- Top off with sparkling water, club soda, or ginger beer.
- Stir gently.
- Garnish with a wedge of watermelon and fresh mint leaves.
Notes
Adjust sweetness by varying the juice selection—pineapple juice for sweeter, cranberry for more tartness. Omit vodka or gin for a lighter cocktail, or add for extra strength. Fresh watermelon juice is ideal but bottled works in a pinch. Use sparkling water for a lighter drink or ginger beer for a spicy kick. Garnish with mint and watermelon for freshness and visual appeal.