Is Malibu a lot of alcohol? A Look at its ABV
                                
                                
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                                With an alcohol by volume (ABV) of just 21%, Malibu Original is far less potent than most standard spirits, which typically sit at 40% ABV. This low alcohol content, along with added sugar, is why Malibu is legally classified as a liqueur, not a rum.