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#33 Caribbean Brews and Juices: Liquid Sunshine 15 Caribbean Drinks You Must Try

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Discover the vibrant world of Caribbean beverages on the latest Pulse of the Caribbean podcast! Quench your thirst for culture and flavor! Experience island sunshine in a glass with our top 15 Caribbean drinks! 🍹 Listen now for a taste of paradise!

Whether you're a coffee enthusiast or simply searching for a sip of island sunshine, this episode promises a vibrant journey into the heart of Caribbean culture.

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On today's Pulse of the Caribbean podcast. Join us as we explore the vibrant world of Caribbean beverages liquid sunshine 15 Caribbean drinks you must try. Hi welcome to Pulse of the Caribbean podcast. I'm Keisha, inviting you to join me here as we showcase the finest of the Caribbean. You join me here as we showcase the finest of the Caribbean. I am a Caribbean woman excited to share the Caribbean with you. Join us on the Pulse of the Caribbean podcast as we shine the limelight on spectacular destinations, notable events and exceptional Caribbean people making positive impacts around the world. Thank you, hi. Welcome to the Pulse of the Caribbean podcast. I'm Keisha Blyden On today's Pulse of the Caribbean podcast. It's about liquid sunshine 15 Caribbean drinks you must try. Join us as we explore the vibrant world of Caribbean beverages. The Caribbean is known for its vibrant and refreshing drinks, perfect for any occasion. Here are some of the best Caribbean drinks on our list that you might want to try, and the beauty about these beverages that we've selected they are non-alcoholic. Most of them are, and can be enjoyed by the entire family when enjoying and paired with local Caribbean foods. Let's immerse ourselves in the flavors of Caribbean drinks, which are an integral part of our amazing Caribbean culture. Many of the drinks are available at restaurants, taverns and even some island food trucks where you can also grab a bite of Caribbean foods on the go. So we know these drinks are some of the drinks we often have as Caribbean nationals and that we share with visitors to our region, as well as Caribbean restaurants abroad. So let's start our exploration of the vibrant world of Caribbean beverages.

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Liquid sunshine First up coffee, gourmet coffee to start your day. Top producers of high quality coffee beans are cultivated in the Caribbean. The Caribbean is home to some of the world's most renowned coffee varieties, each with its unique flavor profile and history. Here are some of the best Caribbean coffees you might enjoy. Caribbean coffees you might enjoy Jamaican Blue Mountain Coffee. This is perhaps the most famous Caribbean coffee grown in the Blue Mountains of Jamaica. It is known for its mild flavor and lack of bitterness. The beans are blue-green in color and have a strong aroma. Blue Mountain Coffee is often considered one of the best in the world.

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Puerto Rican Yukono Coffee this coffee is the most popular brand in Puerto Rico. It is grown in the island's rich volcanic soil and high altitudes, producing a smooth, balanced, medium roast. Puerto Ricans typically enjoy their coffee strong and black. Dominican Republic Santa Domingo Coffee. This coffee is full-bodied with a slight hint of cocoa aroma. It is grown year-round in the warm, humid mountains of the Dominican Republic. The most famous brand is Santa Domingo, and locals often drink it black, with plenty of sugar. St Lucia Green Gold Mountain Coffee once considered the best in the world, st Lucia's coffee industry has seen a revival. Green Gold Mountain Coffee is produced by Viking Traders Limited and uses beans indigenous to the island, roasted using traditional methods.

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Haitian Coffee Haiti produces some excellent coffee, often grown in small, family-owned farms. The coffee is typically full-bodied with a rich, earthy flavor. Haitian Coffee is gaining recognition for its quality and unique taste. And Cuban coffee, known for its strong, sweet flavor. Cuban coffee is often enjoyed as an espresso shot called cafecito. It is typically brewed with sugar, creating a rich, syrupy coffee that's packed with a punch.

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Next on our list of must-try Caribbean beverages, it's coconut water. There is no doubt that coconut water is the ultimate Caribbean beverage. Drinking it straight from the coconut is a popular and helpful way to consume coconut water, which is naturally sweet and hydrating, in contrast to more decadent cocktails. Because the coconut fruit is so full of vitamins, minerals and other compounds, it provides numerous health advantages. You have two options Use a straw or put the coconut directly to your mouth. In the warm Caribbean climate, it's a fantastic alternative for staying hydrated. Next it's Caribbean Fruit Punch. Caribbean Fruit Punch Caribbean Fruit Punch is a traditional exotic Caribbean drink that is very popular throughout the region. It's a drink that you must taste because it's distinctively tropical, chilled and full of sweet excitement. Chilled and full of sweet excitement. Varied by islands, but usually it comprises of fruit juices such as orange, pineapple, grenadine and spices. It's a festive and tasty beverage suitable for any occasion.

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Mabi Mabi is a popular drink in many Caribbean island nations, including Trinidad and Tobago, barbados, guyana and the Virgin Islands. Mabi is derived from the bark of a tiny native tree to the Caribbean and South Florida for cinnamon, star, anise, cloves, bay leaves and sugar. Typically, the beverage is brewed with a part of it. Usually, the drink is fermented using a portion of the previous batch, but you can also find it unfermented. Sometimes it may be slightly bitter or have a slightly bitter aftertaste, but it's quite refreshing when served in a tall glass with ice. Many people say Mabi is an acquired taste, but do give it a try.

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Pina Colada, this popular drink from Puerto Rico, combines coconut cream and pineapple juice to produce a creamy tropical treat. You can have a virgin pina colada or you can also combine it with rum. It's usually served with a slice of pineapple or and a cherry Coquito. If you're in the Caribbean in December, be sure to taste this delectable beverage. It's known as ponchequillo Crema in Aruba, ponche de Creme in Trinidad and Tobago, coquito in Puerto Rico, ponche Crema de Rum in Dominican Republic and Cremas in Haiti. It's similar to eggnog and contains milk, eggs, sugar, caribbean rum and spices including vanilla, nutmeg, cinnamon and lemon rind.

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Sorrel Drink. This tasty drink originates in West Africa and is created using the blossoms of the sorrel plant. It is well liked on numerous Caribbean islands. What's a part of the recipe? Some use whole cloves, nutmeg, cinnamon sticks and star anise with the recipe. Some use whole cloves, nutmegs, cinnamon sticks and star anise with the petals. After that, the liquid is filtered, sweetened and served. It's light and refreshing.

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Sugar cane juice. One of the top sugar cane producing regions in the world is the Caribbean. The perennial grass known as sugar cane, which the people also use for drinks and snacks, is used to make sugar. Crushed sugar cane is used to make sugar cane juice, commonly referred to as cane juice. It's tasty, nourishing and revitalizing.

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Daiquiris. On many Caribbean islands, this famous drink was named after the beach near Santiago de Cuba. Daiquiris can be made with a host of fruits, from mangoes, pineapples to strawberry, coconut and even bananas pineapples to strawberry, coconut and even bananas. It's made with white rum if you want it that way, or you can also have a non-alcoholic version without the rum. While often associated with Cuba, the daiquiri has become a beloved drink throughout the Caribbean.

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Golden apple juice Savor the succulent, seasonal golden apple fruit, also known as juplum and junplum in the Caribbean. This sweet and sour delight, available only from September to December, is a perfect complement to any meal any time of the day. Don't miss a chance to try it when it's in season and connect with this rich culinary heritage of the Caribbean. Tamarind Drink or Taman Drink Experience the unique tingling sensation of invigorating tamarind drink. This drink will quench your thirst and tantalize your palate with its tart, highly refreshing flavor and captivating sweetness.

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Ginger Bear Indulge in the popular homemade ginger beer, a refreshing drink made with grated ginger cloves, cinnamon and orange peel. Serve with plenty of ice. It's a must-try beverage in the Caribbean and, of course, recipes can vary Peanut Punch. Peanut Punch Delight in the rich and flavorful peanut punch made with peanut butter or crispus algae. It's also known as sea moss in other areas of the Caribbean, and it's served with milk and a melody of spices. This nutritious beverage is not only delightful but also a wholesome choice packed with healthy benefits. Do you have a favorite Caribbean drink or is there one you'd love to try? Well, we certainly hope that you enjoyed our exploration of the vibrant world of Caribbean beverages. Liquid sunshine 15 Caribbean drinks you must try.

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