Malibu Coconut Liqueur (100cl , 21%)
One of the world’s most iconic liqueurs, Malibu sees a Caribbean white rum base blended with natural Bajan coconut extract. The creamy spirit is a great start for many a tropical cocktail, particularly a Piña Colada or a Daiquiri.
Malibu is a popular coconut-flavored liqueur made with Caribbean white rum, known for its sweet, smooth, and tropical taste. It is the world’s best-selling coconut-flavored rum brand, owned by the company Pernod Ricard.
Key Characteristics
- Flavor Profile: Malibu offers a prominent aroma and taste of fresh coconut, with notes of vanilla and a creamy, sweet finish. Its sweetness makes it approachable and easy to mix for those who prefer less intense spirits.
- Alcohol Content: The original Malibu is a lower-proof spirit, typically 21% alcohol by volume (ABV), which technically classifies it as a liqueur rather than a traditional high-proof rum. Other variations, like Malibu Black, have a higher ABV of 35%.
- Origin and Production: The white rum base is produced from sugarcane molasses at a distillery in Barbados and then blended with flavoring, sugar, and water. The coconuts for the flavoring are partly sourced from farming communities in the Philippines.
- Best Use: Its primary use is as a versatile mixer for creating a wide variety of tropical cocktails, rather than a spirit for sipping straight. It was initially invented in the late 1970s to simplify the preparation of the classic Piña Colada.
Popular Mixers and Drinks
Malibu’s sweet profile blends well with many ingredients:
- Juices: Pineapple juice is a classic pairing, creating a simple “Malibu and Pineapple” drink. It also works well with cranberry juice, orange juice, or passion fruit juice.
- Sodas: Lemon-lime soda or cola are popular simple mixers.
- Classic Cocktails: It is a key ingredient in famous tropical cocktails such as the Piña Colada, Malibu Bay Breeze, and Malibu Frozen Daiquiri.
| Weight | 2,2 kg |
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