Malibu is a rum-based liqueur made with a Caribbean white rum base, sugar, and natural coconut flavoring, classified as a liqueur rather than a straight rum due to its added sweetness and lower alcohol content. Key Specifications • Type: Rum-based coconut liqueur • Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 21% ABV (42 proof) for the original version (though variations like Malibu Black have a higher ABV of 35%, and some regional or smaller-sized bottles vary) • Origin: Created in 1978 and originally produced in Curaçao before moving production to Barbados • Manufacturer: Pernod Ricard (via The Absolut Company) Tasting Notes & Profile • Aroma: Fresh coconut, light vanilla, and tropical fruit • Palate: Smooth, sweet, and creamy with dominant notes of coconut, vanilla custard, and a soft, warming rum undertone • Finish: Light, sweet, and lingering with minimal alcoholic burn Common Uses & Serving Tips • Classic Cocktails: Frequently used in a Piña Colada, mixed with pineapple juice, or paired with cola. • Malibu Sunset: Often combined in a pitcher or glass with 2 parts pineapple juice, 1 part coconut rum, crushed ice, and a splash of grenadine.