Cocktails with Malibu

The well-known coconut liqueur Malibu is a popular ingredient in many cocktails. It’s part of classics like Piña Colada, Malibu Bay Breeze, Hawaiian, and more. That’s why most of us associate this liqueur with summer holidays and its signature coconut flavor. But what exactly is Malibu, and how can you make cocktails with that unmistakable tropical taste?

Malibu is a coconut liqueur made with Caribbean rum. Its alcohol content ranges between 18% and 35%.

Despite its distinctive and unique flavor, Malibu can be paired with a wide range of ingredients. You’ll find cocktails with Malibu and cola, orange juice, pineapple juice, and even milk. And that’s not all. Among fizzy mixers, it goes well not only with cola but also with various lemonades, ginger ale, and soda water.

At first glance, Malibu might not seem like the most versatile cocktail ingredient, but in reality, it works in countless combinations.

Malibu can be enjoyed in many ways, depending on your taste. For coconut lovers, it can be sipped neat. Of course, mixing it into cocktails is just as easy. So, what Malibu-based drinks are worth trying?

Unlike the Piña Colada, which requires fruit juices, this recipe uses just Malibu and condensed milk. The result is a sweet, creamy cocktail that tastes like a real coconut dessert.
Ingredients:

• 50 ml Malibu
• 100 ml unsweetened condensed milk
• Ice

Preparation:
Place all the ingredients with ice into a shaker. Shake until frothy, then pour into a highball glass or wide cocktail glass and serve.

Refreshing and quick to prepare, the Malibu Bay Breeze is a perfect summer cocktail with a tropical, fruity character. It takes only 3 minutes to make and delivers a pleasant balance of sweetness and freshness.
Ingredients:

• 60 ml Malibu
• 60 ml cranberry juice
• 60 ml orange juice
• Ice
• Pineapple, lemon, or orange wedge — for garnish

Preparation:
Fill a glass two-thirds full with crushed ice. Add Malibu, then orange juice, and stir lightly. Carefully pour in the cranberry juice over the back of a spoon to create two layers. Garnish with pineapple, lemon, or orange. Cheers!

A bit more complex to prepare, but guaranteed to transport you straight to Hawaii, this cocktail is like a mini tropical vacation in a glass. Light, exotic, and refreshing — perfect for a hot day when you’re dreaming of the ocean.
Ingredients:

• 10 ml light rum
• 40 ml Malibu
• 10 ml Cointreau
• 40 ml orange juice
• 40 ml pineapple juice
• 20 ml lime juice
• 10 ml sugar syrup
• 20 ml coconut cream
• Ice

Preparation:
Shake all the ingredients together in a shaker. Strain into a tall glass and savor the flavor! No shaker at home? No problem — a large jar works just as well.

A sweet and citrusy explosion of flavors, the Bahama Mama is a tropical favorite. Fruity freshness mixed with coconut notes and the rich depth of grenadine evokes sunsets enjoyed in a seaside garden. Its vibrant look matches the colors of the evening sky.
Ingredients:

• 20 ml Malibu
• 40 ml white rum
• 20 ml banana liqueur
• 10 ml grenadine
• 100 ml orange juice
• 100 ml pineapple juice
• 10 ml lemon juice
• Ice

Preparation:
Add all ingredients (except ice) to a shaker and shake well. Strain into a tall glass filled with ice. Quick, simple, and delicious!

Malibu cocktails are undeniably summer drinks, perfect not only for seaside evenings but also for everyday moments with friends — whether or not you’re near the ocean. What matters is the refreshment and enjoyment they bring, which are always guaranteed!