American
Easy
Blue Lagoon
A vibrant and visually striking blue cocktail, the Blue Lagoon is a sweet and fruity mix of vodka, blue curaçao, and lemonade, often garnished with fruit.
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•Updated January 28, 2023
Blue Lagoon
Vodka
Blue Curaçao
Lemonade
Sweet
Fruity
Cocktail
4.7 / 5
4 min
Prep Time
Servings
$6.00
Ingredients
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Step-by-Step Instructions
1
Combine ingredients
Fill a highball glass or a large wine glass with 1 serving of ice. Pour 1.5 ounces (45 ml) vodka and 1 ounce (30 ml) blue curaçao over the ice.
💡 Tips:
- •Ensure all liquids are chilled for the best refreshing taste.
Estimated time: 1 min
2
Add lemonade
Top the mixture with 4 ounces (120 ml) of lemonade.
💡 Tips:
- •Adjust the amount of lemonade to control sweetness and strength.
Estimated time: 1 min
3
Stir and garnish
Stir gently to combine the ingredients, ensuring the blue color is uniform. Garnish with 1 lemon wheel and 1 maraschino cherry.
💡 Tips:
- •The garnishes enhance the bright, tropical look of the drink.
Estimated time: 2 min
Flavor Profile
Sweet
Fruity
Citrusy
Alcohol Content
10-15% ABV
Enjoy responsibly!
Fun Fact
The Blue Lagoon cocktail is believed to have been created in the early 1960s by Andy MacElhone, son of Harry MacElhone, at Harry's New York Bar in Paris. It's often associated with tropical, resort-style drinking due to its color.
Bartender's Tips
- 💡Use good quality lemonade (homemade or a premium brand) for a better flavor.
- 💡Adjust the sweetness by reducing lemonade or adding a small squeeze of fresh lemon juice if it's too sweet.
- 💡For a frozen version, blend all ingredients with extra ice until smooth.
- 💡You can add a splash of soda water for extra fizz if desired.
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