Blue Lemonade Cocktail Recipe

A bright blue drink always grabs attention, doesn’t it? Especially when it tastes as good as it looks. I love making a Blue Lemonade Cocktail—it’s simple, refreshing, and honestly, perfect for just about any occasion.

This recipe walks you through how to mix a crisp, citrusy cocktail that strikes a nice balance between sweetness and tang.

You’ll see what ingredients you’ll need, which tools make mixing easier, and how to get that clear blue color that really pops on the table. I’ll throw in a few thoughts on how it tastes and what pairs nicely, so you can serve it up with a little extra confidence.

If you want a drink that looks playful but still tastes clean and balanced, you should try this one. It’s quick to make, easy to tweak, and always leaves that cool, lemony finish behind.

Blue Lemonade Cocktail Recipe

I love how this drink mixes the tartness of fresh lemon juice with the striking color of blue curaçao. It’s easy to throw together, looks cheerful, and tastes super refreshing—a nice blend of sweet and citrus.

Equipment

• Cocktail shaker – helps you mix the ingredients evenly.
• Jigger or measuring cup – keeps your ratios right.
• Strainer – lets you pour without ice or fruit pulp getting in the way.
• Mixing spoon – handy for stirring before shaking.
• Citrus juicer – gets juice out of fresh lemons fast.
• Serving glass – a tall glass or highball really shows off that blue color.
• Ice cubes – keeps things chilled without watering it down too quickly.
• Small knife and cutting board – for slicing lemons or berries.

I always make sure my tools are clean and ready before I start. Makes things go smoother.

Ingredients

• 2 oz vodka
• 1 oz blue curaçao
• 3 oz fresh lemonade (made with lemon juice, water, and your sweetener of choice—stevia, monk fruit, or simple syrup)
• ½ oz fresh lemon juice for extra tartness
• 1 oz sparkling water for a little fizz
• A few fresh blueberries or blue raspberries for color
• Ice cubes for serving
• Lemon slice or lemon slices for garnish

Sometimes I swap in club soda if I want more bubbles. Adjust the sweetness by changing up the syrup or sweetener—it’s your call.

Instructions

• Fill your shaker halfway with ice.
• Pour in the vodka, blue curaçao, lemonade, and lemon juice.
• Shake it for about 10 seconds, just until the outside feels cold.
• Strain the mix into a tall glass filled with ice.
• Slowly pour in the sparkling water to top it off.
• Stir gently so you don’t lose the fizz.
• Garnish with a lemon slice and a few blueberries.

I usually taste a small sip before serving, just to make sure the sweet and sour are in check. If it’s a bit too tart, I’ll add a little more syrup.

Notes

Fresh lemon juice always tastes better to me—bottled stuff just seems flat. Blue curaçao gives the drink that electric blue color and a mild orange flavor.

For a non-alcoholic version, just skip the vodka and use extra lemonade. Swap in blue raspberry syrup for the curaçao, and you’ll keep the same color and fruity vibe.

If you want it lighter, use sparkling water instead of soda and cut back on the syrup. Tossing in fresh berries makes the drink look even better and adds a hint of natural sweetness.

Tasting Notes

I get this bright mix of sweet and tart right away with the first sip. That blue color really jumps out at me—it honestly makes it feel like a real summer drink.

It’s light, crisp, and just plain refreshing. Perfect for those warm afternoons when you want something cool.

The lemon flavor hits first, bringing a sharp citrus bite. Sweetness follows and keeps things balanced, so it never turns too sour.

There’s this gentle fruitiness I keep noticing, which makes it go down smooth and easy.

Whenever I serve it at a summer BBQ or as a party drink, friends always mention how cool and fun it looks. The ice keeps it crisp, and that color? It adds such a playful vibe to the table.

I like that the flavor doesn’t really change from the first sip to the last. It never gets heavy or overwhelming, so it’s a solid pick for relaxed hangouts or just grabbing a quick refreshment on a hot day.