Need a refreshing, tropical drink this summer? A Coconut Mojito is fun to make, only needs a few ingredients, and is perfect for a hot day!
Why this recipe works
You put the lime in the coconut and shake it all up! It works because it tastes good, reminds you of a tropical beach, and is totally refreshing.
Anyone can make a coconut mojito. The key is coconut rum and coconut cream shaken together.
Ingredients you will need
Get all measurements, ingredients, and instructions in the printable version at the end of this post.
Ingredient Info and Substitute Suggestions
CREAM – Coconut cream has a thick consistency similar to cake frosting. You can swap out the coconut cream for coconut milk or coconut water as desired (for slightly different tastes and textures).
SIMPLE SYRUP – If you like, you can make your own lime flavored simple syrup. To make enough simple syrup for this recipe, you will need 1/4 cup water, 1/4 cup sugar and the zest of 1 lime. Boil the sugar and water together and let it cool completely. Stir in the lime zest. You can also purchase simple syrup from the store and stir in lime zest, or just use plain simple syrup.
How to Make a Coconut Mojito
These step by step photos and instructions are here to help you visualize how to make this recipe. Please scroll down to simply print out the recipe!
- Place mint and lime in a tall glass and carefully muddle together to release the mint oils and fresh juice.
- Fill tall glass 1/2 full with ice over the muddled ingredients.
- Fill cocktail shaker with ice. Use a jigger to pour in simple syrup, rum, and cream of coconut. Shake for 20 seconds then strain into glass.
- Top off drink with club soda and stir carefully.
- Adjust to taste with a squeeze of fresh lime juice if you like.
- Garnish with a lime wheel and a sprig of mint. You can also add a dollop of coconut flakes on top! Serve with colorful paper straws or these cool reusable metal straws!
Expert Tips & FAQs
If you can’t find or would prefer not to use coconut rum (Malibu, Bacardi Coconut, Blue Chair) simply sub it out with white rum.
This is a delicious, fruity cocktail that’s great for summer holidays and backyard parties. Be sure to check out all of our summer recipes!
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- Strawberry Mojito
- Peach Mojito
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- Mai Tai
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Coconut Mojito
IMPORTANT – There are often Frequently Asked Questions within the blog post that you may find helpful. Simply scroll back up to read them!
Print It Rate ItIngredients
- 8 leaves fresh mint
- 1 wheel lime cut in half
- 2 teaspoons lime simple syrup or plain
- 3 oz coconut rum or regular white
- 1 oz cream of coconut see tips for substitutions
- 3 oz club soda
- Extra lime juice to taste
Optional garnishes
- 1 wheel lime
- 1 sprig mint
- 1 tsp flaked coconut
Things You’ll Need
Instructions
- Place mint and lime in a tall glass and carefully muddle together to release the mint oils and fresh juice. Don't grind them up too much or you'll be spitting out tiny pieces of mint!
- Fill glass 1/2 full with ice over the muddled ingredients.
- Fill cocktail shaker with ice. Pour in simple syrup, coconut rum, and cream of coconut.
- Shake for 20 seconds then strain into glass.
- Top off drink with club soda and stir carefully. Adjust to taste with a squeeze of fresh lime juice if you like.
- Garnish with a lime wheel and a sprig of mint. You can also add a dollop of coconut flakes on top!
Expert Tips & FAQs
- Grow your own mint! However, be warned that mint is a very invasive plant. I grow mine in an extra-large pot on my front patio. It’s very hardy and easy to grow. Just go outside and pinch off the leaves you need, which will actually encourage new growth!
- You can swap out the coconut cream for coconut milk or coconut water as desired (for slightly different tastes and textures).
- If you like, you can make your own lime flavored simple syrup. To make enough simple syrup for this recipe, you will need 1/4 cup water, 1/4 cup sugar and the zest of 1 lime. Boil the sugar and water together and let it cool completely. Stir in the lime zest. You can also purchase simple syrup from the store and stir in lime zest, or just use plain simple syrup.
Nutrition
This post originally appeared here on July 10, 2017 and has since been updated with new photos and expert tips.
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Chris says
Agave nectar is a great substitute for sweetener. Great recipe!
Robin says
How can I make this in a large quantity for a beverage container?
Amanda Formaro says
I would multiply by 9 to get a 2 quart pitcher. If you go to the recipe card https://amandascookin.com/coconut-rum-mojitos/#wprm-recipe-container-26392 and look in the pink upper section, there’s a serving area (it says 1 mojito). You can click on that and change it to 9. That will calculate the measurements for you. HOWEVER, I would not put the mint in the pitcher. I would muddle the mint in individual glasses, then do the rest in the pitcher and pour over mint/ice in the glass.
Robin Cantwell says
You are awesome!! Thank you!
Kristina says
I would give this recipe 10 starts if I could. Amazing !!!!!
Julia says
Delicious! Followed the recipe exactly except used maple syrup instead of simple syrup as I didn’t feel like making it. Will be making again!
Stephanie says
Was very good
Refreshing