Malibu Alcohol Content
Malibu Original is 21% alcohol by volume, or 42 proof.2 Its label calls it white rum with coconut liqueur, so it is about half as strong as plain rum. A 1.5 oz shot is 0.5 standard drinks.
Malibu also sells canned cocktails. The Piña Colada and Peach Rum Punch cans are 7%.3,4
Malibu ABV by Version
These strengths are printed on labels approved by the federal Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB):
How Many Standard Drinks Are in Malibu?
One U.S. standard drink is 14 grams of pure alcohol, the amount in a 1.5 oz shot of 40% liquor.1 At 21% ABV, here is how Malibu adds up:
| Serving | ABV | Standard drinks |
|---|---|---|
| 1.5 oz shot | 21% | 0.5 |
| 2 oz pour | 21% | 0.7 |
| 375 ml bottle | 21% | 4.4 |
| 750 ml bottle | 21% | 8.9 |
The Malibu label suggests 1 part Malibu to 2 parts pineapple juice.2 With 2 oz of Malibu, that glass is 0.7 standard drinks.
Malibu vs Other Drinks
| Drink | Typical ABV | Standard drinks per 1.5 oz shot |
|---|---|---|
| Bacardi Superior | 40% | 1.0 |
| Captain Morgan Original Spiced | 35% | 0.9 |
| Malibu | 21% | 0.5 |
| Kahlúa | 20% | 0.5 |
| Baileys | 17% | 0.4 |
To count any mix of drinks, use the standard drink calculator.
How Much Malibu Does It Take to Get Drunk?
That depends on your weight, your sex, and how fast you drink. Enter your weight below to see how many shots of Malibu reach each level.
Actual BAC depends on metabolism, food, and time.
Try our BAC calculator for more detailed tracking
Malibu Alcohol FAQ
What proof is Malibu?
Malibu Original is 42 proof, or 21% ABV.
Is Malibu real rum?
Malibu Original is white rum mixed with coconut liqueur, which is why it is about half the strength of plain rum.
Is Malibu weaker than regular rum?
Yes. Malibu is 21% and most rum, like Bacardi Superior, is 40%. A shot of Malibu has about half the alcohol.
How strong are Malibu canned cocktails?
The Malibu Piña Colada and Peach Rum Punch cans are 7% ABV. A 12 oz can is a little over one standard drink.
How many shots of Malibu does it take to get drunk?
Each 1.5 oz shot is 0.5 standard drinks. How many it takes depends on your weight, your sex, and how fast you drink. The calculator on this page shows your number.
To see how Malibu affects your blood alcohol level, use the BAC calculator.
Sources
- NIAAA. What is a standard drink?
- TTB COLA 24229001000097. Malibu Original label, white rum with coconut liqueur, 21% alc./vol., 750 ml. Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau, public COLA registry.
- TTB COLA 25029001000917. Malibu Cocktails Piña Colada label, 7% alc./vol., 355 ml (12 fl oz). Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau, public COLA registry.
- TTB COLA 25029001000915. Malibu Peach Rum Punch label, 7% alc./vol. Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau, public COLA registry.