Enjoy a taste of the tropics with our easy Blue Hawaii drink recipe! It's a delightful mix that's sure to refresh.
Prep time:
1 minute
Mixing time:
1 minute
Servings:
1
Calories:
213
Ingredients
- ¾ oz Light Rum
- ¾ oz Vodka
- ½ oz Blue Curaçao
- 3 oz pineapple juice
- 1 oz sweet and sour mix
- Ice cubes
- Pineapple slice and Maraschino cherry - for garnish, optional
Equipment
- Shaker
- Strainer
- Hurricane Glass
- Measuring Jigger
Instructions
- Prep Glass: Fill an hurricane glass with ice cubes to chill it.
- Add Ingredients: Pour 1 oz sweet and sour mix, 3 oz pineapple juice, ½ oz Blue Curaçao, ¾ oz Vodka, and ¾ oz Light Rum into the shaker.
- Prep Shaker: Fill your shaker with ice cubes.
- Shake Well: Shake the ingredients vigorously until well-mixed.
- Strain into Glass: Strain the mixture into the hurricane glass over fresh ice.
- Garnish: Garnish with a pineapple slice and a maraschino cherry.
Notes
Substitutes:
- Light Rum: If I don't have light rum, I often use coconut rum for a tropical twist or spiced rum for a bit of spice.
- Vodka: In a pinch, I've substituted vodka with gin, adding a botanical flavor.
- Blue Curaçao: When blue curaçao is unavailable, I use triple sec with a drop of blue food coloring to maintain the color.
Making a Pitcher of Blue Hawaii Drink:
- Scale: To make a pitcher that serves 8, multiply all the ingredients by 8.
- Mix: In a large pitcher, combine all the ingredients and stir well.
- Serve: Pour the mixture into ice-filled hurricane glasses, garnish, and serve immediately.
Making it Non-Alcoholic:
- Rum & Vodka Substitute: Use non-alcoholic rum and vodka substitutes available in the market.
- Blue Curaçao: Use a blue curacao syrup or just simple syrup, a splash of orange juice and a drop of blue food coloring.
- Proceed As Usual: Use these non-alcoholic substitutes instead of the regular ingredients, follow the original steps, and enjoy a non-alcoholic Blue Hawaii Drink.
Making it Vegan:
- Sweet and Sour Mix: Ensure the sweet and sour mix is vegan. Some mixes may contain animal products like honey. Opt for a homemade version using simple syrup and lemon juice, or find a vegan-certified product.
- Garnish: Use a vegan maraschino cherry brand or omit it altogether, and stick to the pineapple slice for garnish.
What is a Blue Hawaii Cocktail?
A Blue Hawaii cocktail features rum, vodka, blue curaçao, pineapple juice, and sweet and sour mix. People recognize the drink for its striking blue color and tropical flavor profile.Â
What is it made of – Blue Hawaii cocktail ingredients
Prepare these ingredients before you make your Blue Hawaii:
- Light Rum: Adds a sweet and smooth flavor to the cocktail.
- Vodka: Provides a neutral, clean taste, allowing other ingredients to shine.
- Blue Curaçao: The drink offers a bright blue color and a sweet orange flavor.
- Pineapple Juice: Brings a tropical and tangy sweetness.
- Sweet and Sour Mix: Balances the cocktail with sweet and tart flavors.
- Ice Cubes: Chill the drink to the perfect temperature.
- Pineapple Slice and Maraschino Cherry (optional): Serve as a garnish, adding an extra layer of flavor and visual appeal.
