Blue Lagoon Lemonade Cocktail Recipe
This refreshing blue cocktail combines vodka, blue curaçao, and lemonade to create a sweet and tangy summer drink. It's perfect for pool parties and beach gatherings—really, any sunny day.
Equipment
- Highball glass or hurricane glass
- Cocktail shaker
- Ice cube tray
- Jigger or measuring tool
- Bar spoon: for stirring.
- Cutting Board
- Sharp knife (for cutting fruit garnishes)
- Cocktail picks or straws
Ingredients
- 1½ oz vodka
- ¾ oz blue curaçao liqueur
- 4 oz prepared lemonade store-bought or homemade
- 1 cup ice cubes
- Lemon wheel for garnish
- Maraschino cherry for garnish optional
- Fresh mint sprig optional
For homemade lemonade:
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice about 6-8 lemons
- ½ cup sugar
- 4 cups cold water
Instructions
- Fill your cocktail shaker halfway with ice cubes.
- Add the vodka and blue curaçao to the shaker.
- Cover and shake gently for 10-15 seconds until chilled.
- Fill your serving glass with fresh ice.
- Strain the cocktail into the glass.
- Garnish with a lemon wheel on the rim of the glass.
- Add a maraschino cherry and mint sprig if desired.
Notes
This cocktail can be easily modified to suit different tastes. For a stronger drink, add an extra ½ oz of vodka.
To make it less sweet, use fresh-squeezed lemonade rather than pre-made. It really makes a difference if you like a bit more bite.
For a non-alcoholic version, replace the vodka and blue curaçao with blue fruit syrup and a splash of lime juice. This version is called a "Blue Lagoon Mocktail."
You can prepare a pitcher version for parties by multiplying the ingredients by the number of servings and mixing in a large pitcher. Add the ice just before serving to prevent dilution.
Store any leftover homemade lemonade in the refrigerator for up to 5 days in a sealed container.