Today, we’re learning to make a Malibu Bay Breeze. It’s a tasty spin on the Bay Breeze Cocktail. This tasty tropical mixed drink is make using only three ingredients: Malibu rum, pineapple juice and cranberry juice. You’ll love how easy it is to mix this up at home!
Related: Rum & Coke, Vegas Bomb Shot, Scooby Snack Shot, Jungle Bird Cocktail.

Ingredients
- Malibu Rum – Use Malibu or any coconut flavored rum.
- Pineapple Juice – Store-bought pineapple juice works great for this recipe.
- Cranberry Juice Cocktail – Store-bought cranberry juice works great for this recipe.
- Garnish Ideas – I used a lemon wedge, some maraschino cherries and paper umbrellas for my garnish. Fresh pineapple slices would also be a nice touch.

How to Make
Begin by filling a tall glass with ice.
Pour in coconut rum, pineapple juice and then top with cranberry juice.
Serve immediately!

Tips for Making
- If you not into coconut flavored rum, you can substitute light or dark unflavored rum you have on hand for this recipe.
- Be sure to add the cranberry juice last for a beautiful ombre layered effect.
- If you enjoy making layered cocktails, you may want to try the Tequila Sunrise or Sex on the Beach.
More Cranberry Cocktail Recipes

Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Malibu Bay Breeze made with?
This three-ingredient drink recipe is made with Malibu rum, pineapple juice and cranberry juice.
What is the difference between a Bay Breeze and a Malibu Bay Breeze?
A Bay Breeze cocktail is made with vodka where a Malibu Bay Breeze is made using Malibu coconut rum.
What is the difference between a Bay Breeze and a Sea Breeze?
A Bay Breeze is made using vodka, cranberry juice and pineapple juice. A Sea Breeze is made using vodka, cranberry juice and grapefruit juice.

More Recipes to Try
- More Cocktails – Sea Breeze, Hurricane Drink, Paloma, Paper Plane.
- Appetizers – Homemade Chex Mix, Sausage Balls, Queso.
- Tasty Meals – Barbacoa, Carnitas, Chicken Parmesan, Pot Roast.
Get our FREE recipe guide with our most popular recipes of all time!
Free Popular Recipe Guide
Our top 25 recipes of all time!
Get the Recipe
Ingredients
- 1½ ounces Malibu Rum
- 4 ounces pineapple juice
- 2 tablespoons cranberry juice
Equipment
- 1 cocktail glass
Instructions
- Begin by filling a tall glass with ice.
- Pour in coconut rum, pineapple juice and then top with cranberry juice.
- Serve immediately!
Notes
- If you not into coconut flavored rum, you can substitute light or dark unflavored rum you have on hand for this recipe.
- Be sure to add the cranberry juice last for a beautiful ombre layered effect.
- If you enjoy making layered cocktails, you may want to try the Tequila Sunrise.
Nutrition
Notice: Nutrition is auto-calculated, using Spoonacular, for your convenience. Where relevant, we recommend using your own nutrition calculations.

I’m trying this this weekend!
A delicious tropical drink!
a fruity and fun cocktail!
It’s a good one!!