Lime and Coconut Refresher Mocktail Recipe

Learn how to make the best homemade Lime and Coconut Refresher Mocktail with this easy alcohol-free recipe. This refreshing non-alcoholic drink combines zesty lime, creamy coconut, and fresh mint for a tropical virgin cocktail perfect for summer entertaining. The layering technique creates an Instagram-worthy presentation!

Difficulty:

Beginner

Prep Time:

5 mins

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Serves:

1 mocktail

Ingredients

<ul class="ingredients-main-list"><li class="ingredients-single-item">60ml coconut cream</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">30ml fresh lime juice</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">15ml simple syrup</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">120ml soda water</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">8 fresh mint leaves, plus extra for garnish</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">1 lime wheel for garnish</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">1 tablespoon toasted coconut flakes for garnish (optional)</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">Crushed ice</li></ul>

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Equipment

<ul class="equipment-main-list"><li class="equipment-single-item">Cocktail shaker</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Muddler</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Highball glass</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Fine mesh strainer</li></ul>

Directions

<ol class="no-list-style"><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 1</h4>Begin by chilling your highball glass - either place it in the freezer for a few minutes or fill with ice water and set aside. This creates that perfect frosty exterior that not only looks professional but helps maintain the mocktail's refreshing temperature longer.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 2</h4>Place the fresh mint leaves in the bottom of your cocktail shaker. Using your muddler, press gently on the leaves with 3-4 light twists. You're aiming to release the aromatic oils without tearing the leaves, which would create bitterness - you should smell the mint's fragrance intensifying.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 3</h4>Add the coconut cream, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup to the shaker with the muddled mint. The acidity of the lime will cut through the richness of the coconut, creating a perfectly balanced base for your mocktail.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 4</h4>Fill the shaker halfway with ice (preferably large cubes) and seal it tightly. Shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds until the outside of the shaker frosts over. This proper shaking technique not only chills the mixture but also creates a silky, frothy texture by aerating the coconut cream.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 5</h4>Empty your pre-chilled glass of any water and fill it with fresh crushed ice to about ¾ full. The crushed ice will dilute more slowly than cubes, maintaining your mocktail's flavor integrity longer.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 6</h4>Using your fine mesh strainer, double-strain the mixture over the crushed ice to catch any mint fragments. Pour slowly to preserve the creamy froth that developed during shaking.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 7</h4>Top with soda water, pouring gently down the side of the glass to maintain the frothy layer. The carbonation should create a beautiful gradient effect as it mingles with the coconut mixture - stop when you reach about 1cm from the top of the glass.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 8</h4>Garnish with a fresh lime wheel balanced on the rim of the glass and a sprig of mint gently slapped between your palms (to release its aromatics) and inserted alongside the straw. Sprinkle the toasted coconut flakes on top if using, which will float on the surface for a beautiful finishing touch.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 9</h4>Serve immediately while the contrast between the creamy coconut layer and the bubbly soda water is most pronounced. The mocktail should appear layered with a gradient from cloudy white at the bottom to clearer at the top, with the aromatics of mint and lime greeting you with each sip.</li></ol>

FAQs

Find answers to your most pressing questions about this delicious recipe right here.

What ingredients are used in Lime and Coconut Refresher Mocktail Recipe?

The Lime and Coconut Refresher Mocktail combines coconut cream, fresh lime juice, simple syrup, soda water, mint leaves, crushed ice, and optional toasted coconut flakes for garnish, creating a tropical non-alcoholic beverage with the perfect balance of creamy and tangy flavours.

How to make Lime and Coconut Refresher Mocktail Recipe at home?

Learn how to make Lime and Coconut Refresher Mocktail Recipe at home by muddling fresh mint, shaking it with coconut cream, lime juice and simple syrup, then straining over crushed ice and topping with soda water. This beginner-friendly process creates beautiful layers and takes just 5 minutes for a refreshing tropical drink perfect for summer gatherings.

What's the best technique for layering this coconut mocktail properly?

For perfect layers, pour the coconut-lime mixture slowly over crushed ice and then gently add soda water down the side of the glass rather than directly onto the mixture. Avoid stirring to maintain the beautiful gradient effect from creamy white at the bottom to clear at the top.

Can I prepare this tropical mocktail in advance for parties?

You can prepare the coconut-lime base mixture up to 24 hours ahead and refrigerate in a sealed container. When ready to serve, simply shake again, strain over fresh crushed ice, and top with soda water for perfectly fresh mocktails that save time during entertaining.

What variations can I make to this lime and coconut drink?

Try adding a splash of pineapple juice for a piña colada twist, substitute lemongrass for mint for a Thai-inspired flavour, or blend with ice for a frozen version. For a breakfast smoothie variation, omit the soda water and add a banana before blending.

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