A red pouch of Jubes Lychee Flavor Coconut Gel next to a tall, refreshing iced drink filled with translucent nata de coco cubes, lime slices, mint leaves, and a glass straw on a sunny wooden table.

Easy Tropical Mocktail Recipe for Summer Hangouts with Jubes Nata De Coco

What Is Nata De Coco and Why It Belongs in Your Summer Drink

The Chewy Coconut Jelly You Did Not Know You Needed

So, what is nata de coco exactly? Nata de coco is a naturally chewy coconut gel made from fermented coconut water. It originates from Southeast Asia, where it has been a beloved topping in drinks and desserts for decades. The texture is unlike anything else, bouncy, tender, and satisfying in a way that gummies or regular jelly simply cannot match. It is not a sago dessert. It is not a gummy candy. It is its own glorious thing.

Nata de coco jelly has been quietly showing up in bubble tea shops and Asian dessert cafes for years. But here is the secret: you can bring that same magic home and drop it straight into your own summer drinks.

How Jubes Nata De Coco Lychee Flavor Levels Up Any Drink

Jubes coconut jelly is where that magic gets a serious upgrade. Jubes coconut gel cubes are made with no artificial colors and zero cholesterol, certified Halal and HACCP, and built for snacking or sipping. The Lychee flavor is floral, lightly sweet, and just tangy enough to make your taste buds do a little happy dance.

Drop a spoonful of Jubes cubes into a glass and you instantly have a coconut jelly drink that looks stunning and tastes even better. Guests will ask what is in this. That is a promise.

Lychee Mint Spritz Mocktail Recipe Step by Step

Ingredients You Need for This Tropical Mocktail

This easy mocktail recipe comes together fast. No blender, no fancy equipment, no stress. Just a tall glass and a little enthusiasm.

Ingredient

Quantity

Notes

Jubes Nata De Coco Lychee Flavor

3 to 4 tablespoons

Include some of the syrup

Lychee juice or lychee syrup from canned lychees

3 oz

Chilled

Fresh lime juice

1 tablespoon

About half a lime

Fresh mint leaves

6 to 8 leaves

Plus extra for garnish

Sparkling water or club soda

4 to 6 oz

Cold

Ice cubes

1 cup

Crushed or cubed

Canned lychee halves

2 to 3 pieces

Optional garnish

How to Build and Serve the Perfect Lychee Coconut Jelly Drink

This refreshing summer drink recipe is almost too easy. Almost.

Step one: Add your mint leaves to the bottom of a tall glass. Give them a gentle press with a spoon to release that fresh, cool scent. This is the moment the drink starts to smell like a vacation.

Step two: Fill the glass with ice. Pack it in. You want this coconut jelly drink cold from the very first sip.

Step three: Pour in your lychee juice and fresh lime juice. Stir gently. The color will be pale gold and lovely.

Step four: Spoon in your Jubes Nata De Coco Lychee cubes along with a little of their syrup. Watch them sink through the ice like tiny treasure. This is the best part.

Step five: Top everything off with sparkling water. Go slow so the fizz stays lively. Stir once, just barely.

Step six: Garnish with a few lychee halves, an extra mint sprig, and a wide straw so those coconut gel cubes can make their grand entrance.

This is your new favorite fruity mocktail. You are welcome.

Optional Variation and Serving Tips for Summer Hangouts

Try It with Jubes Original Flavor for a Lighter Twist

Want a more neutral base that lets the lychee juice and mint shine completely? Swap in Jubes Original Flavor for a cleaner, subtler chew. The coconut jelly dessert quality stays, but the flavor profile steps back and lets your other ingredients lead. It is a great choice if you are serving guests with different taste preferences.

This tropical mocktail recipe also works beautifully as a non alcoholic summer drink for parties where you want something festive without the spirits. Think of it as a lychee mojito cocktail without the rum. All the fun, all the flavor, none of the next morning regret.

How to Style and Serve This Mocktail for a Crowd

For a crowd, set up a self-serve station. Line up tall glasses, a bowl of Jubes cubes, fresh mint, and a pitcher of the lychee-lime base. Let guests top their own with sparkling water and spoon in as many coconut jellies as they want. It becomes an activity and a conversation piece at the same time. This is genuinely one of the best summer dessert recipes doubled as a drink experience you can offer at a hangout.

Where to Buy Jubes Nata De Coco in the US

Finding Jubes Coconut Gel Near You or Online

You can shop Jubes USA directly online for all flavors including Lychee, Original, Mango, Strawberry, and Grape. Jubes is also available on Amazon, TikTok Shop, El Super, and select Asian markets across the country. Finding your new favorite coconut jelly dessert recipe ingredient has never been easier.

Stocking Up for Summer Parties and Events

Pack Size

Price

Best For

Single unit

$7.88

First-time try

Pack of 3

$14.88

Small gatherings

Pack of 6

$19.88

Weekend hangouts

Pack of 24

$53.98

Parties and events

Retailers, cafes, and food service businesses looking to carry Jubes can connect with Jan's Food, a trusted Asian Food Distributor that works with wholesale distributors and buyers across the US market.


Frequently Asked Questions

What is nata de coco and how does it taste in a mocktail?

Nata de coco is a chewy coconut gel made from fermented coconut water. In a mocktail, it adds a fun, bouncy texture that contrasts beautifully with sparkling liquid. The Jubes Lychee flavor brings a sweet floral note that blends naturally with fruit-forward drinks. It is refreshing, light, and genuinely unlike anything else you have tried in a glass.

Can I use Jubes coconut gel cubes in cold drinks and mocktails?

Absolutely. Jubes cubes are ready-to-eat straight from the cup and work perfectly as a drink topping or mix-in. Just spoon them into any cold beverage, from sparkling water to fruit juice to your new favorite easy summer dessert drink. The texture holds up beautifully in ice-cold liquids.

Where can I buy Jubes nata de coco in the United States?

Jubes is available through the Jubes USA website, Amazon, TikTok Shop, El Super, and Asian markets nationwide. It is one of the easiest coconut jellies to find online, and shipping is available across the US.

Is Jubes nata de coco available for wholesale or bulk purchasing for retailers and food distributors?

Yes. Jubes is distributed through Jan's Food, a leading Asian Food Distributor serving food distributor networks, retailers, and buyers across the country. If you are a business looking to stock Jubes coconut jelly or explore wholesale options, reaching out through that channel is the best starting point.

What is the difference between nata de coco jelly and regular coconut jelly or sago dessert?

Nata de coco jelly is made from fermented coconut water and has a firm, bouncy chew that is quite different from smoother, softer coconut jelly dessert varieties. A sago dessert uses tapioca or sago pearls and has a completely different starchy texture. Nata de coco stands on its own as a uniquely springy, translucent gel that adds texture rather than bulk to any drink or dessert.

 

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