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a glass of coconut mango crush

Coconut Mango Crush

Dairy-Free
Gluten-Free
Nut-Free
Vegan
Vegetarian

If you’re feeling especially celebratory, serve this tropical drink in a tiki glass or with a paper-umbrella garnish.

By Betsy Nelson | Experience Life
a glass of coconut mango crush
  • Makes2 servings
  • Prep Time5 minutes
  • Cook Time0 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 cup crushed ice
  • 8 oz. coconut water, chilled
  • 6 oz. mango nectar
  • 4 oz. tonic water or carbonated water
  • 2 oz. fresh lime juice
  • 2 lime slices

(Alcohol option: Rum)

Directions

STEP 1
Fill two highball glasses or festive glassware with crushed ice, and divide the coconut water, mango nectar, tonic, and lime juice between glasses.
STEP 2
Garnish with a slice of lime.

Photography by: Andrea D’Agosto; Prop Styling: Alicia Buszczak; Food Stylist: Marian Cooper Cairns

By Betsy Nelson

Betsy Nelson (a.k.a. “That Food Girl”) is a Minneapolis-based recipe developer and food stylist.

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