Epic Guide to Malibu Rum

Epic Guide to Malibu Rum! Everything you need to know to mix with this amazing coconut rum.

Epic Guide to Malibu Rum

When you hear Malibu Rum most of us think of the original coconut flavor. This coconut rum is one of the easiest mixers to use in a cocktail.

You can't really go wrong adding delicious coconut rum to a tropical cocktail. It is the perfect sweet twist on classic cocktails.

From the classic Caribbean rum piña colada to Jello Shots we are listing our favorite Malibu Rum Cocktails along with all of the information about this great rum.

Did you know that the Caribbean Rum used in Malibu is produced on a beach in Barbados! I wouldn't mind being on a beach in Barbados right now.

Until we get to take off on a Caribbean holiday we will have to make delicious tropical cocktails at home and dream of days on the beach.

Malibu Rum Alcohol Content

Malibu Rum ABV - 21%

Malibu Rum Prices

These prices are from a large wine and liquor store in Spokane, Wa

If you are wondering if Malibu rum is expensive you will be happy to know that it is a budget-friendly flavored rum.

50 ml - $1.49

375 ml - $8.99

750 ml - $11.99

1 L - $12.99

1.75 L - $21.49

In Washington we also pay an additional liquor and liter tax.

Additional Malibu Rum Flavors

Along with the original Caribbean Rum with Coconut Liqueur the brand also produces:

Malibu Original

Malibu Watermelon

Malibu Lime

Malibu Strawberry

Malibu Pineapple

Malibu Mango

Malibu Passion Fruit

Malibu Tropical Banana

Malibu Black

Pina Colada Cocktail in a Can

Strawberry Daiquiri Cocktail in a Can

Malibu Splash Watermelon, strawberry, lime, passion fruit, and pineapple.

Malibu Rum Punch, Blue Hawaiian pouches

Original Coconut Rum ingredients

Ingredients: Caribbean rum (molasses/sugarcane distillate), water, sugar, flavoring (with coconut extract)

There are no known allergens in Malibu including crustaceans, nuts, fish, peanuts, milk, celery, mustard, lupin, or mollusks.

How many calories in Malibu Rum?

1 oz has 51 calories.

How many Carbs in Malibu Rum?

1 oz has 13.4 grams of carbs

Is Malibu Rum Gluten-Free?

There are no ingredients containing gluten in Malibu Original, Malibu Black, Malibu Flavors.

Malibu Rum Sugar Content

1 shot has 0 g of sugar

Is Malibu Rum Vegan?

Malibu does not use any animal derivatives in their products BUT one of the sugar suppliers does use a process that is not considered vegan-friendly.

How long does Malibu Coconut Rum Last?

The recommended shelf life is 2 years. It can be consumed after 2 years but the flavor may fade.

Does Malibu Rum go Bad?

The flavor can fade over time. After a couple of years the coconut flavor may not be as strong as it was when you opened the bottle.

Malibu Rum Drinks

Malibu Sunset

Ingredients: Malibu, Pineapple Juice, Grenadine

The Malibu Sunset Drink is a fantastic layered tropical cocktail that tastes amazing.

Caribbean Sunset Martini

Ingredients: Absolut Raspberri, Malibu, Cranberry Juice, Lime juice

This Caribbean Sunset Martini Recipe is an easy martini recipe perfect for anyone who loves coconut and raspberry.

Vegas Bomb Shot

Ingredients: Coconut Rum, Peach Schnapps, Crown Royal Canadian Whiskey, Cranberry juice, and Red Bull.

The Vegas Bomb Shot is a party drink that packs a punch. This cocktail is easy to make and tastes great.

Blue Hawaii Drink

Ingredients: Original Coconut Rum, Blue Curacao, pineapple juice

Blue Hawaii Drink Cocktail Recipe is the perfect tropical cocktail

Strawberry Daiquiri Jello Shots

Ingredients: Strawberry Jello, Malibu Coconut, Water

How to make easy Strawberry Daiquiri Jello Shots with Coconut Rum! Perfect for parties, girls' night in, bachelorette parties, and more.

Chili's Jamaican Paradise

Ingredients: Coconut Rum, Gold Tequila, Midori, Blue Curacao, sweet and sour, and Rose's lime juice.

Copy Cat Chili's Jamaican Paradise Cocktail is a fantastic tropical cocktail that tastes great.

Frozen Peach Daiquiri

Ingredients: Malibu, Sweet and Sour, fresh peaches, Grenadine, and Ice

This Fresh Peach Daiquiri is so good! It tastes like you are biting into a fresh peach!

Lava Flow

Ingredients: Light Rum, Coconut Rum, Strawberries, Banana, Pineapple juice, Cream of coconut.

A delicious fruity tropical cocktail that looks amazing.

Key Lime Colada

Ingredients: Coconut Rum, Key Lime Liqueur, Pineapple Juice, Pina Colada Mix, Cream of Coconut, Lime Juice

Liquid Marijuana Shot

Ingredients: Blue Curacao, spiced rum, melon liqueur, coconut rum, sweet and sour, and pineapple juice

Liquid Marijuana Drink is a bright green cocktail shot that is perfect for party shots or a tiki party. The gorgeous green color makes this one of our favorite fruity cocktails.

Scooby Snack Shot

Ingredients: Melon liqueur, banana schnapps, coconut rum, pineapple juice, and whipped cream.

Super fun Scooby Snack Shot Recipe is a fun party shot! Bright green and tropical flavored it will be a hit at your party.

Carnival Cruiser Cocktail

Ingredients: Vodka, coconut rum, peach schnapps, cranberry juice, orange juice, and pineapple juice.

The perfect tropical drink to remember your favorite cruise vacation.

Tiramisu Martini

Ingredients: Coconut rum, Baileys Irish Cream, Frangelico, Peach Schnapps, Disaronno Amaretto, and Butterscotch Schnapps.

Delicious Tiramisu Martini Recipe! Super easy dessert cocktail is great for parties.

Bushwacker

Ingredients: Kahlua, Coconut Rum, Crème de Cacao, Dark Rum, Half and Half, Vanilla ice cream, and chocolate syrup.

Bushwacker Drinks are the equivalent of a boozy coffee chocolate milkshake. This frozen cocktail packs a punch and many people will warn you not to get bushwacked by drinking one too fast.

Cocktail Tools

Ice Cube maker - This ice cube maker produces the most amazing cubes of ice perfect for cocktails. It easily fits in the freezer and you can make up to 3 trays of round ball ice at a time.

2 ounce shot glasses - We love these 2 oz shot glasses especially for layered shots.

Bar Spoon - Bar spoons help to create layers in the cocktail shot. They fit perfectly into the cocktail shot glass.

Cocktail Shaker – This cocktail shaker comes with a fantastic set of tools

Stemless Martini Glasses - These stemless martini glasses are fantastic.

Jell-O Shot Cups - We suggest using two-ounce Jell-O shot cups.

Copper Mug

High Ball Glasses

OXO angled jiggers - these are our go-to measuring tools for cocktails. They work perfectly for pouring in layers for cocktails.

Margarita Glasses - We like the look of classic margarita glasses but you can use any glass for this great cocktail.

Champagne glass

Hurricane Glass - For a truly tropical look serve this drink in a hurricane glass.

Copper Mule Mugs - Copper Mule Mugs are the classic way to serve Moscow Mules. The copper mugs keep them nice and cold and look amazing.