Malibu Sunrise

With so many great flavors layered into a Malibu Sunrise cocktail, it's no surprise that this tasty fruit juice drink is so popular! The added coconut flavor of Malibu coconut rum adds the tropical flair that makes this drink so wonderful to enjoy any day of the year!

Serve with coconut shrimp, teriyaki steak rolls, or just have some chips with salsa and guacamole

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• 🍹 Ingredients
• 🍸 Instructions
• 🥂 Cocktail Tips & Variations
• 🍲 Foods To Serve With
• 📖 Recipe Card
• 💬 Reviews

And why not?! There's just so much to love about this easy cocktail! The Malibu sunrise is literally flavor-packed and is visually stunning, too!

Talk about an easy way to impress friends, too! You'll look like a pro when you add your rum and fruit juices, then tip and pour the grenadine for the grand finale before serving!

This is a personal favorite for my husband and I when we want a fun drink to enjoy together!

🍹 Ingredients

The Malibu Sunrise is a fun and easy-to-make cocktail with only four ingredients! You can buy pineapple-orange juice mixed, but I prefer to layer the flavors and colors!

• Malibu Rum - Good Ol' Malibu coconut-flavored rum. A personal favorite!
• Orange Juice - To get the trademark orange sunrise effect.
• Pineapple Juice - Added to get the lighter yellow layer.
• Grenadine Syrup - This will sink to the bottom and give a beautiful red base layer color.
• Optional Garnish - Garnish with maraschino cherries, an orange slice, or even a pineapple wedge.

🍸 Instructions

You will get a great drink just by adding everything to a glass. However, follow these steps to get the sunrise effect for your cocktail.

1. Start with your ice. In a tall glass, add the ice.
2. Pour the rum. Add 2 ounces of the Malibu rum over ice.
3. Add your fruit juices. Next, slowly pour in 1 ounce of orange juice, then 3 ounces of pineapple juice.
4. Tilt and pour. Tilt your glass to the side and slowly pour 1 ounce of grenadine syrup down the inside of the glass.
5. Garnish and serve. Garnish with cherries, an orange slice, or a wedge of fresh pineapple.

That's it! Now you have the makings for a fantastic girls' night! Or simply enjoy your amazingly flavorful Malibu sunrise just because! 🙂

Feeling like Malibu rum? Try my Malibu Pina Colada for over-ice and frozen versions!

🥂 Cocktail Tips & Variations

• Avoid Stirring: Avoid stirring the cocktail after adding the grenadine to maintain the layered sunrise effect.
• Chill the Rum: Keep your Malibu rum chilled (in the refrigerator or freezer) to prevent the ice from melting too quickly in the glass.
• Layering the Drink: For the best visual effect, carefully pour the grenadine down the side of the tilted glass to create a distinctive sunrise layering.
• Garnishing: Enhance the tropical vibe with garnishes like maraschino cherries, an orange slice, or a pineapple wedge.
• Adjusting Quantities: If making multiple drinks, use the slider on the recipe card to adjust the ingredient quantities accordingly.

🍲 Foods To Serve With

With the rich, fruity, tropical flavors of coconut and pineapple, you will want some light but tasty appetizers and snacks.

• Chicken Teriyaki Skewers: Juicy chicken pieces marinated in a sweet and savory teriyaki sauce, then grilled to perfection.
• Fresh Fruit Salad: A refreshing mix of fresh fruits.
• Hawaiian Macaroni Salad: Creamy and tangy pasta salad with a unique Hawaiian twist.
• Fried Shrimp: Crispy, golden shrimp, battered and deep-fried for a crunchy exterior.
• Cajun Fries: Spicy and flavorful fries seasoned with Cajun spices.

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