Description
A refreshing and tropical Coconut Lime Drink combining creamy coconut milk with zesty fresh lime juice and a touch of sweetness from homemade simple syrup, perfect for a quick and flavorful beverage to enjoy on a warm day.
Ingredients
Scale
Drink Ingredients
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1/2 cup fresh lime juice (about 4 limes)
- 1/4 cup simple syrup (adjust to taste)
- Ice cubes
- Lime slices for garnish
Simple Syrup
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients: Collect all necessary ingredients including coconut milk, fresh lime juice, simple syrup (or prepare it), ice cubes, and lime slices for garnish.
- Make Simple Syrup: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine equal parts sugar and water. Stir until the sugar completely dissolves, then remove from heat and allow it to cool to room temperature.
- Juice the Limes: Squeeze fresh limes until you have approximately 1/2 cup of lime juice, straining out seeds.
- Mix the Drink: In a large pitcher, combine the full-fat coconut milk, fresh lime juice, and the cooled simple syrup. Stir well to blend all flavors evenly.
- Serve Over Ice: Fill serving glasses with ice cubes, then pour the coconut lime mixture over the ice.
- Garnish and Enjoy: Add lime slices as garnish on each glass for an appealing presentation and serve immediately for the best refreshing taste.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of simple syrup to suit your preferred level of sweetness.
- Use chilled coconut milk for an extra cold drink without diluting the flavor.
- This drink can be made vegan and dairy-free as it uses coconut milk.
- For a sparkling version, top off with soda water before serving.
- Store any leftover drink in the refrigerator and consume within 24 hours for best freshness.
