Name: Coco Loco (Colombian Coconut Cocktail)
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Colombian
Ingredients: Ice cubes as needed; 1/4 cup rum or to your taste; 1/4 cup vodka or to your taste; 1/4 cup tequila or to your taste; 2 cups coconut cream; 1 cup coconut water; Juice of 3 limes; Lime slices to serve

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