Brazilian Coconut Water Mocktail (Virgin Caipirinha)

Refreshing Brazilian-inspired coconut water mocktail! A twist on the classic, this virgin caipirinha recipe features fresh muddled limes and coconut water for a quick, delicious mocktail that sticks to traditional Brazilian flavors—perfect for any gathering.

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Today, we are bringing you a taste of Brazil with our refreshing coconut water caipirihna mocktail! Featuring the flavors of coconut water and fresh muddled limes topped with fizzy soda water.

This recipe is our version of a virgin caipirinha that prioritizes Brazilian flavors. Traditional caipirinhas feature cachaca (Brazilian white rum), limes, and sugar cane, so to avoid just making a limeade, we added coconut water to keep the flavors more in line with what you will find locally in Brazil. While other virgin caipirinhas out there use ginger beer, we felt that this does not stay true to the flavors in this traditional Brazilian cocktail! And thus, our coconut water caipirinha mocktail was created!

I often make this for my kids, especially when we're also enjoying our homemade vegan pao de queijo or dairy-free brigadeiro! It’s quick to make, totally refreshing, and safe for everyone’s diet.

More Coconut Inspired & Tropical Drinks:

Looking for more kid-friendly and allergy-safe recipes? Be sure to check out some of our other refreshing drinks:

• Coconut Kiss Mocktail
• Brazilian Coconut Batida
• Pineapple Slushie Recipe
• Tropical Island Green Smoothie
• Healthy Berry Smoothie

🥥Mocktail Ingredients 

Our coconut water mocktail uses simple ingredients to give you a tasty mocktail that will leave you refreshed and satisfied! Here is what you need for this virgin caipirinha twist:

• Limes: We used fresh limes to make this virgin caipirinha mocktail to mimic the traditional flavors of this drink. Fresh limes also pair well with coconut water and help brighten its flavors.
• Sugar: To keep this mocktail easy, we used sugar in place of fancy syrups. The course sugar also helps meddle with the limes, bringing out even more flavor and balancing their tartness.
• Coconut Water: I use pure coconut water because of its hydrating qualities and subtle sweetness, which make it an excellent base for our virgin caipirinha. It also mimics the flavors of Brazil, making it the best choice.
• Club Soda or Sparkling Water: Adds a delightful fizz without changing the flavors of our mocktail!
• Ice Cubes: This mocktail is best served cold so make sure to have lots of ice ready.

Full quantities can be found in the recipe card below.

🍋Ingredient Substitutions

Our virgin caipirinha only has a few ingredients, so if you need to swap any out, just be mindful that this will have an effect on the final product. Here are some suggestions that have worked well for us when needed to swap an ingredient:

• Sugar Alternatives: If you prefer a natural sweetener, you can substitute brown sugar, honey, or agave syrup for sugar. Adjust to taste, as these may be sweeter.
• Sparkling Water Substitutions: No club soda? No problem! You can use any sparkling water to add that fizz. Flavored sparkling waters like lime or coconut can enhance the tropical vibe of our virgin caipirinha without overpowering the mocktail.
• Lime Alternatives: No fresh limes? Try lemon or even orange for a different kind of citrus twist. Both work well with the subtle sweetness of coconut water.

👩🏽‍🍳Step-By-Step Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Lime Base

Start by slicing 2 limes into thin wheels. I prefer wheels, but you can also cut them into wedges. Then, juice the remaining limes; you will need 1 oz of lime juice.

Step 2: Muddle

In a sturdy glass, combine the lime slices and sugar. Gently muddle these together to mix the sugar with the lime juice freshly released from the slices.

Step 3: Mix And Shake

Transfer the muddled lime and sugar mixture into a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Add the freshly squeezed lime juice and 4 oz of coconut water. Secure the lid and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds to blend the ingredients well.

Step 4: Add A Fizz

Fill two glasses with crushed ice, then strain the shaken mixture evenly between the glasses. Top each with 2oz of club soda or sparkling water to add that extra fiz.

Step 5: Serve Your Coconut Water Mocktail

Finally, stir each glass gently to combine all the elements for your coconut water lime mocktails. Garnish with a lime slice or fresh mint and then enjoy!

💡Mocktail Recipe Tips

Here are some of my go-to tips to ensure your coconut water mocktail turns out perfectly every time. These pointers are especially handy for those new to the mocktail game to ensure you get a flavorful drink!

• Perfect Muddling: To extract just the right amount of juicy lime flavor without bitterness, gently muddle the lime slices with sugar. Think of pressing rather than smashing, aiming for the oils of the limes to mix with the sugar.
• Balance the Tartness: To keep your virgin caipirinha from becoming too tart, ensure you add in all the recommended sugar. If you prefer a sweeter drink you can reduce the amount of lime juice or add in a bit more sugar.
• Layering Right: To prevent a messy situation, don't add your soda water to the cocktail shaker! Use a tall glass with more soda if you want a more subtle virgin caipirinha.