Caribou Lou Recipe  is a signature summer drink that gained massive popularity from the renowned rapper Tech N9ne in his piece, “Caribou Lou.”Â
The drink is a mix of rum, pineapple juice, and, of course, the strong 151-proof rum that gives it the right taste in a party scenario or as a perfect choice for a hot summer day. Here, we will lead you step by step to creating this refreshing drink entirely by yourself.
Ingredients of Caribou Lou Recipe
Essential ingredients for a Caribou Lou are:
- Bacardi 151 Rum: 1  ½ ounces (be careful with this high-proof rum).
- Malibu Rum (Coconut Rum): 1 ounce.
- Pineapple Juice: 5 ounces.
Equipment of Caribou Lou Recipe
You’ll need the following equipment:
- Shaker: For mixing the ingredients.
- Strainer: To pour the drink into the glass.
- Highball Glass: To serve the cocktail.
- Ice: To chill the drink.
How to Make Caribou Lou Recipe?
Making caribou stew is a matter of seconds. You just take a highball glass and fill it with ice cubes. Then add coconut rum and 151 rum. Put in some pineapple juice. Mix them to combine the liquors and juice. Garnish with a slice of coconut, pineapple, or lemon, and serve. It takes only 2-3 minutes to make this quick and refreshing cocktail.
Ingredients for Caribou Lou Recipe
To make Caribou Lou, you need the following ingredients:
- Malibu = 1 oz
- 151 rum = 1.5 oz
- Ice = for serving
- Pineapple juice = adjustable quantity
- Lemon slice = for garnishing
Step-by-Step Guide for Making Caribou Lou Recipe
Follow this step-by-step guide to make Caribou Lou:
Step 1: Fill the Glass with Ice
Find a highball glass and toss in some ice cubes.
Step 2: Pour rum & Pineapple Juice
Next, put coconut rum (Malibu) along with 151 rum in the glass. Combine and pour the pineapple juice as per your liking of the cocktail’s strength.
Step 3: Give a Gentle StirÂ
Stir them with a bar spoon. But not so much to melt the ice.
Step 4: Garnish & Serve Chill
Garnish with a slice of coconut, pineapple, or lemon. Caribou Lou is ready. Serve and enjoy.
Recipe Notes
- You can change the potency of this cocktail by putting more or less alcohol in it.
- In case your cocktail has been slightly strong, just by adding some pineapple juice, you can make it mild.
- It is not obligatory to add garnishing with a slice of coconut, pineapple, or lemon.
- Keep in view that you have to serve the caribou lou with ice cubes still present in it. Just do not let them melt. If that happens, add some more ice cubes.
- You can also make a semi-frozen version of caribou lou by using crushed ice.
FAQs
Can I make Caribou Lou without any coconut rum?
Although coconut rum is the fundamental and major ingredient in caribou, you can also try variations. Just add some coconut water or a splash of coconut cream to replace coconut rum.
Is caribou lou a strong or mild cocktail?
The strength of this cocktail directly relates to the amount of alcohol and, hence, the adjustment of the ratio. Should you wish for a more precedent approach, you can go for it and just make the drink stronger by adding more alcohol content. Yet, if you want a lighter drink, you can just always add a larger amount of pineapple juice to your drink.
How to make an alcohol-free caribou lou?
Caribou Lou is a drink that, even without the alcoholic part (coconut rum), you can mix as a mocktail. The mix of coconut juice and pineapple juice, instead, is the refreshing mocktail.
Which glass to use to serve caribou lou?
Normally, caribou lou is served in a tiki mug or a highball glass. But you can change the type of glass according to the occasion.
Conclusion
Whether it’s a party, a bar night, or day-to-day exhaustion, Caribou Lou is the cocktail that can help you with all occasions and situations. You can enjoy it with friends or alone.
And you can use it to lighten you up or make you drunk. It all depends on how you use the versatility of this drink to manage your situation.Â
Recipe!
Caribou Lou Recipe!
Equipment
- Shaker
- Strainer
- pan
Ingredients
- 1 ounce Bacardi151 Rum
- 1 ounce Malibu Rum (Coconut Rum):
- 5 ounce Pineapple Juice
Instructions
- Take a highball glass and add ice cubes to it.
- Then add coconut rum (malibu) and 151 rum in it. Mix and add pineapple juice according to your preference for the cocktail's strength.
- Stir them with a bar spoon. But not so much to the ice
- Garnish with a slice of coconut, pineapple, or lemon. Caribou Lou is ready. Serve and enjoy.
Notes
- You can adjust the cocktail’s strength by adding more or less alcohol.
- If you feel like the cocktail has gone slightly strong, just add some pineapple juice to make it mild.
- Garnishing with a slice of coconut, pineapple or lemon is not necessary.
- Remember that you have to serve the caribou lou with ice cubes still present. Just do not let them melt. If that happens, add some more ice cubes.
- You can also make a semi-frozen version of caribou lou by using crushed ice.