Coconut Water Cocktails

Coconut water has long been a popular drink in tropical countries but it has more recently found its way on to our chilled shelves in the supermarket. Have you tried it yet?

Coconut water is a delicious, nutritious and natural beverage that's extremely good for you.

It has less sugar and fewer calories compared to many juices, soft drinks and sports drinks. It contains potassium, which is essential for heart health and good skeletal and muscular function.

Drinking regular water is definitely refreshing, but not nearly as yummy as sipping on coconut water on a sunny day, or even better a coconut water cocktail. We have chosen some of the best coconut water cocktails for you to try, that are sure to have you feeling cool and refreshed all summer long. Happy sipping!

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Strawberry Coconut Water Gin

6-8 fresh strawberries
2 sprigs of fresh mint
1 teaspoon sugar
30ml  gin
90ml coconut water
90ml soda water

In a cocktail shaker, squash strawberries, mint, and sugar. Add ice, gin, and coconut water. Shake vigorously.
Strain over ice and top off with soda water. Garnish with fresh strawberries.
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Frozen Pineapple Coconut Rum Cocktail

90ml pineapple juice
90ml coconut water
30ml Malibu Rum
Ice

Combine all ingredients in a blender. Blend until smooth. Pour into a glass and enjoy.
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Spicy Tequila and Lemonade Cocktail

30ml tequila
90ml coconut water
90ml fresh lemonade
1/2 jalapeno thinly sliced
Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake vigorously. Pour over ice and enjoy! Garnish with additional jalapeño slices.