Description
A refreshing, dairy-free summer drink that balances the richness of full-fat coconut milk with the tartness of fresh lime juice. This simple mocktail is creamy, vibrant, and requires no bartending skills to make.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (400ml) full-fat coconut milk
- 1/2 cup (120ml) fresh lime juice (from 4–5 limes)
- 2–4 tablespoons simple syrup
- 1/2 cup (120ml) coconut water
- Ice cubes
- Thin lime wheels (for garnish)
- Toasted coconut flakes (for garnish)
- Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
- Pinch of sea salt (optional)
Instructions
- Wash limes and roll them on the counter to break internal membranes, then cut and juice to yield 1/2 cup of fresh juice.
- Shake the can of coconut milk vigorously for 10-15 seconds to emulsify the cream and water.
- In a blender, combine the coconut milk, fresh lime juice, and 2 tablespoons of simple syrup.
- Blend on high for 30-45 seconds until the mixture is frothy and opaque.
- Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness by adding more simple syrup or tartness with more lime juice as needed.
- Add the coconut water and blend for another 10 seconds to combine.
- Fill highball glasses with ice cubes.
- Pour the blended mixture over the ice.
- Garnish with a lime wheel, toasted coconut flakes, and optional mint leaves.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
Use cold ingredients for a colder drink. If the drink separates, stir well before serving. Do not freeze as the texture becomes grainy. For a spicy variation, add jalapeño slices. For an alcoholic version, add white rum.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverages
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14
- Sodium: 45
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 2
Keywords: mocktail, coconut lime drink, dairy-free, summer drinks, non-alcoholic, healthy drinks, gluten-free