Da Lime in Da Coconut Rum!

In the Caribbean, there is a rich history of rum manufacturing. It dates back to the 17th century when they first started harvesting sugarcane, which is a thriving crop in the Caribbean. In early years, there were many large sugarcane plantations, which was a major source of income for the islands. Today, many of the plantations are left in ruins and are a popular tourist attractions. Still, there are many distilleries scattered though out the Caribbean, and some admired ones are right here in the United States Virgin Islands. (You may be familiar with Captain Morgan or Cruzan rum)

We are crazy about Cruzan Rum here in the USVI. Everywhere, you see Cruzan Rum this, Cruzan Rum that… even when you step off the airplane, there is a rum stand waiting for you with a complimentary Cruzan Rum shot! They make this beloved rum over on the largest United States Virgin Island, St. Croix, and you can tour the factor and see exactly how they make it!

When you're visiting, sit back, relax and have a drink. But wait a minute, what drink are you going to pick?! Well every restaurant and bar have their signature drink, and here at Da Lime in Da Coconut, we have one of the most unique. Let me start with the fact that we pick our coconuts right off the palm trees in St. Thomas! After, we (carefully) use the machete to cut off the top, and then pour the fresh coconut water out and instantly chill it. After that, we add 3 different flavored shots of Cruzan Rum and a fresh squeeze of lime! Then we pour the rum and coconut water back into the coconut and garnish it with a lime and a cute umbrella. Thus, making Da Lime in Da Coconut!

There are many other great drinks as well! Order a daiquiri! You can get them in many different flavors, like lime, strawberry, raspberry and much, much more. Also, it’s not a real trip to the Caribbean until you try a painkiller. It was first created only a few miles away from St. Thomas on the island of Jost Van Dyke at the infamous Soggy Dollar Bar! But if you're yearning for this tropical beverage, don’t worry about bringing your passport and traveling to the BVIs, we can make a mean painkiller right here at Da Lime in Da Coconut! If your craving something to appease your sweet tooth, try a bushwacker! There is no set recipe for this creamy drink, so every bar tender makes it slightly different. The origins of this drink was said to have been created right here on St. Thomas, so it’s safe to say, we make them the best! If none of those are your style, just take a look at our menu, and you’re guaranteed to find something that you like!

So, when you’re on vacation, remember, sit back, relax and drink rum. It’s more than a drink, it’s a way of life. I’m not saying you have to drink until you're silly, I’m saying you just have to kick back sometimes and take life one sip at a time!