Blue Curaçao Fizz Cocktail Recipe

I love making cocktails that look as good as they taste. The Blue Curaçao Fizz is definitely one of my favorites.

Its bright blue color stands out, almost like a summer sky in a glass. The light, bubbly texture makes it perfect for a warm day or just a casual get-together.

This drink combines Blue Curaçao, citrus, and sparkling soda for a refreshing cocktail that’s simple to make and easy to enjoy.

Whenever I serve this, it grabs attention before anyone even takes a sip. The flavor’s crisp with a hint of sweetness, and that fizz just adds a lively touch.

You don’t need fancy tools or rare ingredients, which is honestly a relief. It works for both beginners and folks who already love mixing drinks.

Blue Curaçao Fizz Cocktail Recipe

I like this drink for its bright color, fresh citrus taste, and that light fizz. Mixing blue curaçao, gin or vodka, and soda water keeps it refreshing without being overly sweet.

The lemon juice brings a tangy balance that keeps every sip feeling crisp.

Equipment

I keep my tools simple but effective—no need to overcomplicate things. Having the right items just makes life easier and the drink better.

• Cocktail shaker – for mixing the ingredients evenly
• Jigger – to measure liquids accurately
• Bar spoon – for gentle stirring when needed
• Strainer – to keep ice and pulp out of the glass
• Citrus juicer – for fresh lemon juice
• Highball glass – best for serving with soda water
• Ice cubes – to chill the drink without watering it down too fast

I swear, using fresh juice and clean tools really makes a difference in the final flavor.

Ingredients

I stick to fresh ingredients and accurate measurements to keep flavors balanced. If I want something lighter, I go with vodka. For a bit more depth, I reach for gin.

• 1 oz blue curaçao
• 1 oz gin or vodka
• 1 oz fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 oz simple syrup (adjust for sweetness)
• Soda water or club soda – to top up
• Ice cubes – enough to fill the shaker and glass
• Lemon wheel or twist – for garnish

Fresh lemon juice just hits differently than the bottled stuff. I skip lemonade here, since it can make the drink way too sweet.

Instructions

Here’s how I make sure the drink stays cold, fizzy, and balanced.

• Fill the cocktail shaker with ice.
• Add blue curaçao, gin or vodka, lemon juice, and simple syrup.
• Shake well for about 10–15 seconds until chilled.
• Strain into a highball glass filled with fresh ice.
• Top with soda water or club soda.
• Stir gently with a bar spoon to combine without losing fizz.
• Garnish with a lemon wheel or twist.

I never shake the soda water—learned that the hard way. It just goes flat so fast.

Notes

Sometimes I tweak the sweetness by adding more or less simple syrup. If I’m in the mood for a stronger citrus punch, I’ll bump up the lemon juice a bit.

Soda water gives a cleaner taste, but club soda adds a slight mineral edge. For a sweeter twist, I’ll swap in a splash of lemonade instead of soda water.

This drink really shines in warm weather, but honestly, I’ll make it any time I want something light and colorful.

Tasting Notes

When I take my first sip, the bright citrus notes jump out immediately. There’s a real tang of lemon and lime that cuts through the sweetness from the Blue Curaçao.

It feels crisp and honestly pretty refreshing on my tongue. The drink carries gentle fruity flavors—orange for sure, and maybe just a whisper of something tropical.

These flavors aren’t too bold, which I appreciate. It keeps the cocktail easygoing, never heavy or overwhelming.

I catch a light fizz from the soda water. That little sparkle lifts the flavors and keeps things feeling airy.

The color? It’s a clear, vibrant blue—kind of electric, actually. I think the look really matches that fresh, clean taste.

The finish is smooth, and there’s this mild sweetness that hangs around just for a second before it fades away. It sort of makes me want to go back for another sip, honestly.