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Coconut Lime Refresher

A highly refreshing, hydrating tropical mocktail featuring pure coconut water, fresh lime juice, and a stunning toasted coconut rim.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2 drinks
Course: Beverage, Drinks
Cuisine: American, Tropical
Calories: 110
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

The Drink
  • 1.5 cups pure coconut water chilled
  • 0.25 cup fresh lime juice
  • 2 tbsp cream of coconut optional
  • 0.5 cup sparkling water chilled
  • 1 tbsp agave nectar for sweetening
The Rim & Garnish
  • 1 tbsp agave nectar for the rim
  • 0.25 cup unsweetened shredded coconut lightly toasted
  • 2 fresh lime wheels for garnish
  • 2 cups ice cubes

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker or pitcher
  • Citrus Juicer
  • Small skillet
  • Highball glasses

Method
 

  1. Toast the shredded coconut in a dry skillet over medium-low heat until golden brown. Transfer to a plate to cool.
  2. Pour 1 tablespoon of agave nectar onto a small plate. Dip the rims of two highball glasses into the agave, then into the toasted coconut.
  3. In a shaker or pitcher, mix the coconut water, fresh lime juice, 1 tablespoon of agave nectar, and cream of coconut until combined.
  4. Carefully fill the rimmed glasses with ice cubes.
  5. Pour the coconut-lime mixture over the ice, filling the glasses about 3/4 full.
  6. Top each glass with chilled sparkling water and stir very gently.
  7. Garnish with a fresh lime wheel on the rim and serve immediately.

Notes

To make this a cocktail, add 1.5 oz of white rum or blanco tequila per glass before pouring the mixture over ice.