Indulge in the ultimate summer cocktail, the Malibu Barbie Pink Drink! This refreshing drink combines Sprite, Vodka, and Pink Lemonade, making it perfect for beach days, poolside lounging, and savoring the summer weather.
If you love quick and simple cocktails, this Barbie Drink is for you! Ready to enjoy in only a few minutes, you can make this anytime! This drink is sweet, tangy, and has a sour addition from the lemonade. Turn on that “Barbie Girl” song from Aqua and sip away!
Why You’ll Love this Malibu Barbie Drink
- Quick and Easy– using only three ingredients, you can have this cocktail ready to serve in under 5 minutes!
- Fun and Flavorful– not only is this cocktail pink and flirty, but it is refreshing and the ultimate thirst quencher during those hot summer months.
- Perfect to enjoy ANYWHERE– whether you make a single serving, put it in your Yeti on the go, or make a pitcher to serve for large crowds, this drink is perfect anytime, anywhere!
Ingredients You’ll Need to make this Barbie Pink Cocktail
See printable recipe card below for exact ingredient amounts and step by step directions.
- Sprite– you can use regular or Sprite Zero, even 7-Up works
- Vodka– pick your favorite vodka and use it in this recipe, for an added citrus flavor, you can use Citron vodka
- Pink Lemonade– any type works great; I tend to use Crystal Light to save on calories
Variations
- Try Whipped Cream Vodka for a creamy, sweet vanilla addition to this drink.
- You can change up the lemonade flavor from pink, to raspberry, strawberry, or regular lemonade.
- Ginger Ale can be used in place of the Sprite or 7-Up.
- To make a mocktail, simply omit the alcohol and use Sprite with Pink Lemonade only.
- Malibu Rum can be used in place of the Vodka. This adds a nice coconut addition to the drink.
How to make a Malibu Barbie Cocktail
- Fill a glass (highball is best) with ice.
- Pour in the Vodka and Sprite.
- Fill up remainder of glass with Pink Lemonade. Serve and enjoy!
Tips and Tricks for the best Malibu Barbie Pink Cocktail
- Chill your cocktail glasses before making these drinks so they stay cool longer.
- This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to fit necessary serving sizes.
- If you want a deeper pink color, feel free to use food coloring to achieve the ultimate color.
- Garnish each drink with a pink sugar rim and pineapple wedge for a tasty addition.
- Add a splash of Grenadine Syrup for a sweeter addition and color enhancer.
- For a frozen addition, add contents to blender and pulse until combined.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this Barbie Drink in advance?
You CAN, however, I love a freshly made cocktail and because this comes together quickly, you don’t NEED to prepare early. If you decide to make a large pitcher ahead of time, try not to make any earlier than one hour before needed as the Sprite not be as carbonated as when freshly prepared.
How do I make this cocktail a frozen version?
Simply blend the Sprite, Vodka, and Pink Lemonade with ice until smooth. Pour into chilled glass and serve with a straw.
How do I decrease the calorie count in this drink?
Use Sprite Zero and Crystal Light Lemonade. Using those two will significantly decrease calories.
Can you make this Barbie Drink non-alcoholic?
Yes! Omit the vodka and combine the pink lemonade and sprite and a fun, fruit mocktail!
What type of glasses should I use when serving this?
I love using Highball glasses for this fun cocktail, however, you can also use a martini glass, high flute, or any other cocktail glass you have!
More Cocktail Recipes to try
Beachside Cocktail– comes together using only 3 ingredients and tastes like summer in a drink! Refreshing, flavorful, and a favorite with many!
Alabama Slammer Cocktail– a delicious blend of Amaretto, Southern Comfort, Slow Gin and Orange Juice that you shake in your cocktail shaker. It's also known as a southern slammer sometimes. Kick your feet up and relax with this bright and fruity drink!
Old Fashioned Cocktail Slushie– takes the classic cocktail to a new level by adding in a frozen twist! Using whisky or brandy, these can be enjoyed year round!
Malibu Sunset Cocktails– a deliciously tropical layered drink with brilliant colors of a sunset! It's easy to make and the effect is stunning.
Easy Lemon Drop Martini’s– zesty and refreshing, sweet tart with a crunchy sugar rim.
Blood Orange Margaritas– simple margaritas made with fresh blood oranges, limes, agave nectar, tequila and a tiny hint of vanilla.
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Malibu Barbie Pink Drink Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 oz Vodka
- 2 oz Sprite *I use Sprite Zero, but regular is best
- Pink Lemonade
Instructions
- Fill a glass (highball is best) with ice.
- Pour in the Vodka and Sprite.
- Fill up remainder of glass with Pink Lemonade.
- Serve!
Toni Roberts says
As a Type one Diabetic, on an insulin pump, I can drink on occasion. I love sugar free lemonade with vodka. I never thought about adding Sprite Zero to add some zing to it. I will have to try this. Believe it or not, the vodka lowers the blood sugar. Strange but true. During Christmas time, I like the Cranberry Sprite with vodka. Just a note for you, maybe you can add something to it.
Kristin says
I had no idea about that, learn something new every day! I will have to make more recipes to include it so more people have options! Thanks!