This matcha coconut daiquiri is exactly what you're going to want to sip on all summer long. It's light, vibrant, and fun, with a unique combination of flavors that will get everyone talking. It uses just a few ingredients too, so it's easy enough to whip up at a seasonal party or for a low-key evening on the deck.
I'm excited for you to try this tropical combination because it's very different from most summer cocktails. Matcha is complexly flavored and has some notes that are herbal and floral. When combined with beachy coconut rum and tart lime, the resulting cocktail is interesting and surprising. After I made this combination a few years ago on a whim, I fell in love with it and keep coming back to it.
The flavors in this matcha coconut daiquiri are near and dear to my heart since my husband and I spend part of each year on Kaua'i, Hawai'i. We get amazing local limes at the farmers market and make a lot of tropical cocktails with coconut rum and lime. This post is one of my many Hawaiian-inspired recipes, which you can browse in this tropical vegan recipes guide.
If you're not familiar with rum, you may be surprised to see this called a daiquiri. However, the frozen, sugary, neon-colored drinks served at many American chain restaurants and resorts have almost nothing to do with a classic daiquiri. The original drink, which came from Cuba, is simple, elegant, strong, and tart; it contains just rum (usually 2 oz), lime juice (usually 1 oz), and simple syrup (usually 0.5 oz).
This daiquiri riff makes two changes to the original ingredients. First, you'll add a small amount of matcha for an herbal, floral flavor. Second, you'll use 80-proof coconut rum in place of the regular rum. Because coconut rum has some sweetness, you may want to use less simple syrup than is typical, so feel free to start with just a dash if you prefer a less-sweet drink. The result is a bright, tropical matcha cocktail that's earthy, citrusy, and bursting with fragrant coconut.
Although matcha is a wonderful cocktail ingredient, it can be tricky to mix. Don't worry, this matcha cocktail will work great as long as you follow these tips! First, use just a small amount of matcha; I like to use a barspoon, or a very scant quarter teaspoon. If you use too much, the flavor will be overpowering and the color will look opaque. Second, make sure to fully whisk the matcha into a small amount of water (about half an ounce) before adding it to the cocktail shaker to ensure that no clumps remain. If you don't have a matcha whisk, try using a milk frother.
This unique matcha daiquiri is easy to make and uses just a few ingredients. First, you'll make a small matcha shot by whisking together matcha and water. Next, you'll shake together the matcha shot, rum, lime juice, and simple syrup. Strain it into a chilled coupe glass and enjoy. Although I've shown this drink garnished with a twisty lime peel, you can use a lime slice for ease, or omit the garnish entirely.
For this coconut rum daiquiri (and every coconut rum cocktail recipe here on the blog) I use Koloa Rum Coconut Rum from Kaua'i. My husband and I spend every winter on Kaua'i and always enjoy it there, although it's now available in many mainland locations and through online spirits distributors. Note that this is not the same as Malibu, which is a lower-proof coconut rum liqueur.
If you can't find Koloa and only have access to Malibu, try using 1.5 oz white rum and 1 oz Malibu (instead of the 2 oz coconut rum in the recipe card), otherwise the drink will feel too sweet. You'll also likely want to omit the simple syrup, although you can adjust it to your own tastes.
If you enjoy coconut rum, you've come to the right place; I have a lot of coconut rum cocktails here on the blog. This Coconut Paloma is near-famous and is a personal go-to. Similarly, for a Mexican vibe, you'll also love this Blackberry Coconut Margarita. If you're hosting a party or having a picnic, this Coconut Rum Ginger Lemonade Fizz is easy and fast to make, and uses just a few simple ingredients. For a spring or summer brunch, try this Coconut Campari Tequila Sunrise.
Here's what you'll need for this matcha coconut daiquiri recipe, as well as some thoughts, tips, and possible substitutions. If you make any substitutions, I'd love to hear about it in the comments section below.
Have I convinced you to try this tropical combination? Once you experiment with matcha, coconut, and lime together, I know you'll be smitten. This summer rum cocktail tastes like matcha on a beach vacation. It's a pairing that's fun, festive, and perfect for a party.
One of the things I love best about this matcha coconut daiquiri is how well it pairs with a variety of different foods. Because of the coconut and lime, it goes beautifully with tropical flavors and even Mexican flavors. But, thanks to the matcha, it also complements Japanese ingredients too. It's a versatile summer cocktail that I make frequently at home, and I hope you will too.
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This Matcha Coconut Daiquiri unites floral matcha, beachy coconut rum, and tart lime. It's an easy and refreshing summer rum cocktail that works great for a party.
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