Crystal Cove Mocktail & Cocktail
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Crystal Cove Mocktail & Cocktail
Crystal Cove Mocktail & Cocktail — a breezy blend of coconut, citrus, and vanilla that’s clean, cool, and just 50 calories. Light tropical luxury in every sip.
Part of our 9 Low-Calorie Mocktails and Cocktails Recipe Series.
Monday Zero Alcohol Rum … coconut water … yuzu juice … lemon juice … alcohol-free vanilla extract … starfruit …
Monday Zero Alcohol Rum … coconut water … yuzu juice … lemon juice … alcohol-free vanilla extract … starfruit …
Vibe: Clean, tropical, minimalist
Presentation:
Serve in a chilled martini glass with a rim dusted lightly in coconut flakes (unsweetened). Float a thin slice of starfruit inside for a tropical “crystal” look.
Mocktail Recipe
Ingredients (serves 1) ~45–55 calories:
- 1.5 oz Monday Zero Alcohol Rum
- 3 oz unsweetened coconut water (e.g., Harmless Harvest)
- 1 oz yuzu juice
- (or 0.75 oz lime juice + 0.25 oz orange juice)
- 0.5 oz alcohol-free vanilla extract or coconut extract blend
- Optional: 0.5 oz agave nectar if extra sweetness is desired
- Ice (for shaking)
- 1 thin slice of starfruit
- Unsweetened coconut flakes (for the rim)
- Chilled martini glass
Method:
- Prep the Glass:
- Lightly moisten the rim of a chilled martini glass with a wedge of lime or a damp paper towel.
- Dip the rim into unsweetened coconut flakes to coat it lightly and evenly. Chill in the freezer while mixing the drink.
- Mix the Drink:
- In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine:
- 1.5 oz Monday Zero Alcohol Rum
- 3 oz unsweetened coconut water
- 1 oz yuzu juice (or lime/orange substitute)
- 0.5 oz alcohol-free vanilla or coconut extract
- Optional: 0.5 oz agave nectar if extra sweetness is desired
- Shake well for about 10 seconds until frosty and blended.
- In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine:
- Strain and Serve:
- Double strain the mocktail into your prepared martini glass to maintain a smooth texture.
- Garnish:
- Float a thin slice of starfruit on the surface, centered and upright for a jewel-like “crystal” effect.
Cocktail Recipe
Ingredients (serves 1) ~145–165 calories:
- 1.5 oz white rum (e.g., Flor de Caña Extra Dry or Bacardi Superior)
- 2.5 oz unsweetened coconut water
- 1 oz yuzu juice
- (or substitute 0.75 oz lime juice + 0.25 oz orange juice)
- 0.5 oz agave nectar (optional, only if needed for balance)
- 0.25 oz coconut or vanilla liqueur (optional boost, e.g., Licor 43, Malibu — adds sweetness & aroma)
- Ice
- Garnish: Thin slice of starfruit
- Rim: Unsweetened coconut flakes
- Glass: Chilled martini glass
Instructions:
- Rim the Glass:
- Lightly moisten the rim of a chilled martini glass.
- Dip it into unsweetened coconut flakes to coat. Set aside.
- Mix the Cocktail:
- In a shaker with ice, combine:
- 1.5 oz white rum
- 2.5 oz unsweetened coconut water
- 1 oz yuzu juice (or citrus substitute)
- Optional: 0.25 oz coconut/vanilla liqueur
- Optional: 0.5 oz agave nectar if extra sweetness is desired
- Shake well until frosty.
- In a shaker with ice, combine:
- Serve:
- Double strain into the prepared martini glass.
- Garnish:
- Float a thin slice of starfruit in the center of the glass.
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