How to Make Coconut Lemonade

Are you looking for a tropical getaway but can't afford to go to the Bahamas or Jamaica? This easy drink recipe will make you feel as if you are on a getaway in your own backyard. So whip up a coconut lemonade, pour it into a tall glass with a fancy paper umbrella and enjoy this tropical drink.

Things You'll Need

• 6 to 8 Mint leaves
• Additional mint leaves to garnish
• 1/2 Cup sugar
• 1 Cup mixed lemon juice and lime juice
• Rum, optional
• 1/2 Gallon of water or more to taste
• Lemon and lime slices
• Sweetened shredded coconut
• Large Pitcher
• Glasses with ice
• Fancy tropical umbrellas for drinks

Instructions

1. Grind the mint leaves with a mortar and pestle into a large pitcher.

2. Mix in sugar, lemon juice, and lime juice. Add rum at this point to taste if so desired.

3. Add water.

4. Place the juice in the refrigerator until chilled.

5. Add ice to glasses, lemon slices, lime slices and shredded coconut in glasses.

6. Pour the chilled juice into the glasses over the lemons, limes and coconuts.

7. Garnish with additional mint leaves.

Tips & Warnings

• Add rum to taste. Be aware of how much rum you are using. If making it for someone else, advise them that there is alcohol and drink responsibly.

• Never give alcoholic drinks to children or pregnant women.