While Malibu isn’t strictly speaking a rum but a coconut, the labelling doesn’t make any difference to the great coconut flavor. Technically this fruity drink is traditionally made with a splash of cranberry, but I didn’t have any and wasn’t going to buy any for a splash. Just use more grenadine. Scratch that. More Malibu. Add. In a blender add 3 cups ice, 4 ounces Malibu rum, 4 ounces pineapple juice, 3 ounces cream of coconut, and 1 squeeze of lime juice. Malibu Rum - This light coconut rum makes the drink. Although you can use any light coconut flavored rum, I am a huge fan of Malibu brand rum!

If you can’t find Malibu Pineapple, grab some of the original coconut rum and some fresh pineapples. If you’ve never had this fruity Malibu drink, you really should change that. Someone will say they don’t like coconut, but I don’t think it tastes ridiculously coconutty. Coconut Malibu tastes like what a tropical vacation would taste like! This Malibu drink is fruity and sweet without being over-the-top like some fruity alcoholic drinks can be, and it’s so refreshing.I love pineapple juice and it’s a perfect pairing with coconut rum. Cheers! You just cannot ever go wrong with a Pina Colada, especially when you add Malibu coconut rum to it.

Tips for Making a Malibu Sunset

Malibu Coconut Rum is considered a coconut-flavored liqueur. Why? Well, Malibu has lots of added sugar and a low alcohol level: it’s only 21% ABV. In contrast, rum has no sugar and a 40% ABV. So, it’s more of a liqueur (here are the technical definitions). Want to turn this simple drink into a Malibu Sunrise or Bay Breeze? All you need are a few more ingredients. Here’s what do to: Malibu is a brand name which is owned by the drinks manufacturer Pernod Ricard. Malibu is labelled as a coconut flavored liquid which is made with Caribbean rum. The jarred spears can be left soaking in the rum for up to 24 hours. After that, you will want to drain the liquid and you can store the pineapples in the fridge for another couple of days.

You will need 14 bamboo skewers soaked in cold water to stop them catching fire in the heat of the barbecue or grill. Take off the barbecue and lay them on a large plate and let everyone take them as they want, dipping the pineapple skewers into the hot chocolate sauce as they eat. STEP THREE: Next, you will stand the whole pineapple up and carefully slice off all the outer skin of the pineapple. You will want to make sure to remove any seeds or tough parts.

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Unsweetened juice makes a balanced drink. Malibu Coconut Rum has a lot of added sugar, and pineapple juice is very sweet. So using unsweetened juice makes a great balance.

Juice:If you can’t find a pineapple-orange juice blend at your local grocery store, you’re welcome to buy them separately and combine them in this Malibu drink. Equal parts orange and pineapple juice should work, but play around with the ratios to find a combination you love.What other drinks can you make with Malibu? Try more Malibu drinks: the icy Bahama Mama or the Malibu Sunset, another layered drink with grenadine! How to make simple syrup: mix equal parts of granulated sugar and water, cook in a small pot until sugar is dissolved then leave to cool. Add to your drink until it is sweet enough for you. Tip – measure out the pineapple in the can before you open a can of pineapple juice… you may come very close to that ½ cup needed, and you can top off the rest with water to get to that ½ cup. This is a nice substitute if you do not have small cans of pineapple juice on hand, and do not want to open a large can.

For the shaken version, if you do not have a shaker you can use a 1-quart mason jar! 🍲 Foods To Serve With This iconic drink spells P-A-R-T-Y and brings to mind images of sandy beaches, tropical sunsets, and Tiki bars. You will love my recipe which includes two versions here for blended and shaken versions! Jump to: For more pineapple taste feel free to add some frozen pineapple for my serving size below about ½ cup to start and more to taste (for the blended/frozen version). Ice - Depending on how many drinks you plan on making...for parties you will need lots of ice to make the frozen version!

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IN THE FREEZER: We don’t recommend freezing these pineapple spears soaked in Malibu rum. The pineapple will become mushy once thawed. As far as serving glass… a Mason glass jar was used, and this makes two servings. A smaller glass would make more servings. IN THE FRIDGE: Keep the spears soaking in the coconut rum for no longer than 24 hours. After that, if you still have pineapple leftover, drain the liquid and keep it in the fridge for up to 2 days. STEP EIGHT: In a measuring cup with a pour spout, add the Malibu Rum and coconut water. Stir to combine.