The Monkey Recipe

Escape to Maui with this tropical twist! The Monkey cocktail, inspired by the legendary Hula Grill in Kaanapali Beach, is a creamy, playful blend of fruity flavors that will have you grinning from ear to ear. Easy to make in just 5 minutes, this recipe is perfect for your next luau or anytime you need a taste of paradise.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 289.1 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for The Monkey

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How to Make The Monkey

  1. Fill a blender with 1 cup of ice.
  2. Add 2 ounces of white rum, 1 ounce of pineapple juice, 1 ounce of cream of coconut, and 1/2 ounce of lime juice to the blender.
  3. Blend until completely smooth and creamy.
  4. Pour into a chilled hurricane glass or other appropriate glass.
  5. Garnish with a pineapple wedge and a maraschino cherry (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

98g

Fat

25g

Carbs

11g

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