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    Malibu Sunset Drink Recipe

    Published: Aug 12, 2022 by Tammilee · This post may contain affiliate links

    Epic Malibu Sunset Drink is a tropical vacation in a glass. The perfect combination of Malibu Rum, Pineapple Juice, and Grenadine in a great-looking tropical drink.

    Malibu Sunset Drink

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    This Malibu Sunset Cocktail is my go-to summer cocktail. It is so easy to make but looks like you spent time layering the ingredients.


    Plus the tropical pineapple coconut flavor is beyond delicious.

    There are recipes that include orange juice to make this Malibu Sunset but we skipped it. This drink is similar to a Tequila Sunrise or Vodka Sunrise but made with Malibu Coconut Rum.

    This tropical mixed drink tastes amazing! Honestly, I would happily sit outside savoring the summer weather with one of these and be happy for a while.

    The cool color separation makes this drink look cool and I love that it actually tastes amazing! You have to love a super yummy drink that looks great!

    Ingredients

    Malibu Coconut Rum
    Pineapple Juice
    Grenadine Syrup

    Garnish - Maraschino Cherry and pineapple chunks

    If you add in orange juice for more flavor you can also garnish with orange slices.

    Print the complete recipe below from the recipe card

    Equipment Needed

    One of my favorite things about this tropical fruit cocktail is you don't need a cocktail shaker or really any other bar tools. Just a great glass and measuring jigger.

    Rocks Glass

    Bartenders Spoon

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

    How to make a Malibu Sunset Coconut Rum Drink

    Step 1 - Add ice cubes to the glass

    Step 2- Pour in pineapple juice and malibu coconut rum.

    Step 3 - Slowly pour in Grenadine to create the layered look as it sinks to the bottom of a glass.

    Step 4 - Garnish and enjoy

    Recipe Tips

    Slowly drizzle the grenadine over the back of a spoon to get it to layer on the bottom. We use the OXO Angled Jigger and pour it down the side of the glass. You can also add a splash of grenadine and have it mix in with the cocktail.

    If you want more of a gradient of sunset colors through the entire drink you can stir gently after you pour in the grenadine. Just do a tiny bit or everything will mix together into one color.

    To completely change up the flavor you can add in a bit of cranberry juice.

    To make a large batch cocktail I would mix the pineapple juice and Malibu rum in a large pitcher. Add the grenadine to a glass and then pour in the malibu pineapple juice.

    I have heard that this drink is also called a Malibu Barbie or a Panty Dropper.

    To make this drink non-alcoholic drink you can replace the Malibu Coconut Rum with Coconut Water.

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    Malibu sunset drink in a clear glass garnished with maraschino cherries and pineapple chunk

    Malibu Sunset Drink Recipe

    How to make a Malibu Sunset Drink with Malibu Rum, Pineapple Juice, and grenadine. A fantastic tropical rum drink.
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    Prep Time: 3 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 3 minutes minutes
    Servings: 1
    Calories: 252kcal
    Author: Tammilee Tips

    Ingredients

    • 2 Ounce Malibu Coconut Rum
    • 3-4 Ounce Pineapple Juice
    • 1 Ounce Grenadine
    • Maraschino cherries Garnish
    • pineapple chunks Garnish

    Instructions

    • Add ice to a glass, pour in Malibu Rum and Pineapple Juice
    • Slowly pour grenadine down the back of the glass so it sinks to the bottom for the layered look.
    • Garnish with maraschino cherries and pineapple chunks.
    OXO Angled Measuring Cup
    Rocks Glass

    Nutrition

    Nutrition Facts
    Malibu Sunset Drink Recipe
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 252 Calories from Fat 1
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 0.1g0%
    Saturated Fat 0.01g0%
    Polyunsaturated Fat 0.04g
    Monounsaturated Fat 0.01g
    Sodium 10mg0%
    Potassium 120mg3%
    Carbohydrates 30g10%
    Fiber 0.2g1%
    Sugar 22g24%
    Protein 0.3g1%
    Vitamin A 4IU0%
    Vitamin C 9mg11%
    Calcium 13mg1%
    Iron 0.3mg2%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    About Tammilee

    Lifestyle blogger who travels the world and drinks too much Chai tea. Travel blogger, award winning photographer, sunset hunter, Birkenstock girl, bird nerd
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