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Malibu  El Caribeño made with Malibu  Original rum, cucumber slices, ice, and mint. Served in tall glasses beside a pitcher.

El Caribeño

Taste Coconut & Sweet
Skill Level Easy
Prep Time 2 Min

The El Caribeño is a zesty summer cocktail bursting with the refreshing taste of coconut water and cucumber mixed with tropical Malibu Original and tangy lime. The best part is it’s so easy to mix on its own, or to prepare in a pitcher to share with friends. 

Written By: Malibu Drinks Squad
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Ingredients

Number of Servings
1

Instructions

  1. 1

    Fill a highball glass with ice cubes

  2. 2

    Pour in the Malibu Original, coconut water, lime juice, and simple syrup

  3. 3

    Garnish with some slices of cucumber, stir well, and enjoy!

4.7 out of 5 (56 votes)

Tools you'll need

Jigger or Measuring Tool

This is for measuring the ingredients and ratios perfectly. Our pro tip is to use a 1 oz or 30 ml shot glass, if you don’t have a jigger.

Glassware

We think this drink is best served in a highball glass. But whatever glassware you have in your cupboards will do.

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Malibu  El Caribeño made with Malibu  Original rum, cucumber slices, ice, and mint. Served in tall glasses beside a pitcher.

about the el caribeño

The El Caribeño is a vibrant summer cocktail with a delightfully invigorating taste. It perfectly blends the smoothness of Malibu Original with coconut water and crispy cucumber for a tropical sipping sensation. Add to that a splash of zesty lime, and you’ve got yourself the ideal treat for when you’re lounging around in the sun with friends or hosting a backyard get together.

How to make the El Caribeño in a pitcher for a party

This easy-to-prepare cocktail is perfect for scaling up and being made in large batches. Simply combine the ingredients in a pitcher or punch bowl, and keep it chilled until you’re ready to go. Add the ice and cucumbers just before serving.

serves 4:

4 parts Malibu Original
8 parts coconut water
1 part lime juice
1 part simple syrup
Garnish: cucumber slices
Ice cubes

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