Blue Velvet Cocktail Recipe

I love making drinks that stand out, and the Blue Velvet cocktail always gets attention. Its deep blue color and smooth flavor make it perfect for a relaxed evening or a special get-together.

The Blue Velvet cocktail is a simple mix of blue curaçao, vodka, and cream that creates a rich, velvety texture and a striking look.

When I serve this drink, people often ask what’s in it before they even take a sip. The taste balances sweetness with a light citrus note, making it easy to enjoy.

It’s quick to make, and you don’t need any hard-to-find ingredients. If you want a cocktail that looks impressive but is easy to prepare, this one delivers.

You’ll learn exactly how to make it, what tools you’ll need, and what flavors to expect in every sip.

Blue Velvet Cocktail Recipe

I like making the Blue Velvet Cocktail because it has a smooth mix of sweet and citrus flavors with a bright blue color. The drink combines blue curaçao with other spirits for a balanced taste that is easy to enjoy.

Equipment

To make this drink right, I keep a few basic bar tools ready. These help me measure, mix, and serve without making a mess.

• Cocktail shaker – for mixing ingredients with ice
• Jigger – for accurate measuring
• Strainer – to pour without ice chunks
• Bar spoon – for gentle stirring if needed
• Rocks glass or coupe glass – depending on preference
• Ice – fresh, clean cubes for shaking and serving

I prefer a shaker with a tight seal so nothing leaks. A sturdy glass also makes the drink look better.

Ingredients

I use fresh and quality ingredients so the flavor stays crisp and clean. Here’s what I gather before starting:

• 1 oz gin
• 1 oz whiskey
• 1 oz blue curaçao (or blue curacao)
• 0.5 oz triple sec
• 0.5 oz fresh lime juice
• Ice cubes for shaking and serving

I squeeze the lime juice right before mixing. Using fresh juice makes the citrus flavor brighter than bottled juice.

Instructions

I follow these steps to make the cocktail smooth and well-balanced:

• Fill the cocktail shaker halfway with ice.
• Pour in gin, whiskey, blue curaçao, triple sec, and lime juice.
• Secure the lid and shake firmly for about 15 seconds.
• Place a strainer over the shaker and pour the drink into a chilled glass.
• Add fresh ice if serving over rocks.

I shake until the outside of the shaker feels cold. This chills the drink and blends the flavors evenly.

Notes

The gin adds herbal notes, the whiskey gives warmth, and the blue curaçao brings sweetness and color. If I want a lighter drink, I reduce the whiskey slightly and add more lime juice.

This makes it more citrus-forward, which I sometimes prefer. For a smoother taste, I use a mild whiskey rather than a smoky one.

The color stays vibrant if I serve it right after shaking, before the ice melts too much.

Tasting Notes

When I take that first sip, the smooth, velvety texture stands out immediately. The drink feels soft on my tongue—no harsh bite at all.

The flavor kicks off with a gentle sweetness from the liqueurs. It’s not cloyingly sugary or anything, just a pleasant, rounded taste that makes you want to keep sipping.

There’s a mild citrus note in there. It brightens things up and stops the richer flavors from getting too heavy.

Honestly, the color is part of the fun. That deep blue hue just looks cool and inviting, and it kind of tricks your brain into thinking this is something special.

At the end, there’s a light, clean aftertaste. I never feel overwhelmed by the flavors, which, honestly, makes me want to go in for another sip.