Coconut Water Lemonade
User Reviews
4.5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
6 people
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Calories
77 kcal
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Course
Drinks
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Cuisine
International
Coconut Water Lemonade
Description
Coconut Water Lemonade combines 4 cups of canned coconut water with freshly squeezed lemon juice and optional calamansi lime juice, sweetened by sugar or agave nectar. Lemon slices and ice are added to chill the drink, while fresh mint leaves provide garnish and a cooling aroma. The mixture is stirred well to blend the flavors before serving.
The drink’s flavor profile balances the natural sweetness and nutty undertones of coconut water with the acidic brightness from lemons and calamansi lime, which give a nuanced citrus complexity. The ice chills it effectively, making it suitable as a cooling refreshment on warm days.
Served in glasses with lemon slices and mint, Coconut Water Lemonade works as a casual beverage alongside light snacks or as a hydrating option during meals. The optional calamansi lime provides an extra layer of tanginess but can be omitted if unavailable. The notes suggest straining pulp for smoother texture and offer that availability of calamansi is regional.
Ingredients
- 4 cups coconut water canned
- 5 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 3 calamansi lime extract the juice, optional
- 3 tablespoons sugar or agave nectar
- 2 lemon sliced, plural
- 2 cups ice
- mint for garnishing, leaves
Instructions
- Slice the lemon into pieces and set them aside.
- In a pitcher, combine the coconut water, lemon juice, calamansi lime juice, and sugar. Stir to mix well. Add the sliced lemons and ice to the pitcher. Pour the lemonade into glasses and garnish with mint leaves.
Notes
- Strain coconut water pulp for a smoother texture if desired.
- Calamansi lime juice is optional and may be skipped if unavailable.
- Calamansi limes can be found in Southeast Asian or Filipino stores.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 77 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 6people | |
| Calories | 77kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 20g | 7% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 170mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 12g | 24% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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