Description
Blue Hawaiian Long Island cocktail blends tropical flavors in a refreshing island-inspired drink. Rum, pineapple, and blue curaçao create a cool, smooth experience you’ll savor with each sip.
Ingredients
Scale
- 0.5 fl oz (15 ml) vodka
- 0.5 fl oz (15 ml) white rum
- 0.5 fl oz (15 ml) silver tequila
- 0.5 fl oz (15 ml) gin
- 0.5 fl oz (15 ml) blue curacao
- 1 fl oz (30 ml) sour mix
- 2 fl oz (60 ml) pineapple juice
- Splash of lemon-lime soda
- Pineapple wedge
- Maraschino cherry
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Preparation: Chill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes to create an optimal mixing environment.
- Alcohol Fusion: Combine vodka, rum, tequila, and gin in the shaker, creating a robust spirit foundation.
- Color and Flavor Infusion: Add blue curacao to introduce a vibrant azure hue and citrus essence.
- Tropical Balance: Pour sour mix and pineapple juice to temper the alcohol’s intensity and provide a sweet, tropical profile.
- Mixing Technique: Seal the shaker and shake rigorously for 15 seconds, ensuring thorough chilling and ingredient harmonization.
- Glass Setup: Fill a highball or hurricane glass with fresh ice to maintain the cocktail’s cool temperature.
- Pouring and Finishing: Strain the mixture into the prepared glass, then top with a splash of lemon-lime soda for light carbonation.
- Presentation: Garnish with a pineapple wedge or maraschino cherry to enhance visual appeal and add a final tropical touch.
- Serving: Present immediately, allowing guests to enjoy the chilled, vibrant Blue Hawaiian Long Island cocktail at its peak flavor.
Notes
- Precise Ingredient Measurement: Use exact liquor proportions to maintain balanced flavor and prevent overwhelming alcohol intensity.
- Chill for Optimal Taste: Always pre-chill glassware and ingredients to preserve the cocktail’s crisp, refreshing temperature and enhance overall drinking experience.
- Vigorous Shaking Technique: Shake cocktail mixture energetically for 10-15 seconds to thoroughly blend spirits, ensuring smooth texture and proper ingredient integration.
- Garnish Selection: Choose fresh, high-quality garnishes like ripe pineapple or vibrant maraschino cherries to elevate visual appeal and add subtle complementary flavors.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Drinks, Cocktails
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Global
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 10 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg