- Too sweet?
- Add more lemon juice. Acidity counteracts the sugar in the liqueur and lemonade.
Blue Lagoon Cocktail
The master of visual seduction. Blue Curaçao liqueur, made from the laraha citrus, gives this drink its iconic blue hue evocative of tropical lagoons. Though it looks complex, it's essentially a boosted vodka lemonade where the balance of acid and sugar is key.
Ingredients
1.5
oz
Vodka
3/4
oz
Blue Curaçao
3.5
oz
Lemonade (or Sprite/7-Up)
Lots
pcs
Ice Cubes
1
slice
Lemon (garnish)
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Equipment Needed
- Highball Glass
- Bar Spoon
- Jigger
Instructions
1
✓
Fill the glass completely with ice.
Tip: Full ice keeps it cold and prevents watering down.
2
✓
Pour vodka and blue liqueur over the ice.
Tip: Alcohol is lighter than water but will mix easily here.
3
✓
Top with lemonade and stir with a long spoon.
Tip: Stirring ensures consistent flavor.
4
✓
Garnish with a lemon wheel.
Tip: Lemon oil in the peel preps your palate with scent.
Recipe FAQ
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz Vodka
- 3/4 oz Blue Curaçao
- 3.5 oz Lemonade (or Sprite/7-Up)
- Lots pcs Ice Cubes
- 1 slice Lemon (garnish)