Caribbean Coconut Rum Cooler
A smooth and creamy coconut rum cocktail with tropical citrus and a hint of spice, perfect for a warm day. This recipe, ready in about 6 minutes, brings together coconut rum, fresh lime juice, and pineapple juice for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 250 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Add this recipe to your weekly plan" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 oz coconut rum
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 1 oz pineapple juice
- 1 oz cream of coconut
- a pinch ground nutmeg
- 1 cup crushed ice
- 1 lime wheel
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a shaker halfway with crushed ice (about 1 cup).
- Step 2: Pour in 2 oz coconut rum, 1 oz fresh lime juice, 1 oz pineapple juice, and 1 oz cream of coconut.
- Step 3: Shake vigorously for 12 seconds until the mixture is cold and creamy.
- Step 4: Strain into a chilled tall glass filled with fresh crushed ice.
- Step 5: Lightly sprinkle a pinch of ground nutmeg over the top.
- Step 6: Garnish with a lime wheel placed on the rim for a bright citrus accent.





