Cool off with this easy Soju Blue recipe! Mix Soju, Blue curaçao, and lemon-lime soda to create a vibrant summer cocktail.
Prep time: 1 minute minute
Mixing time: 1 minute minute
- 2 oz Soju
- 1 oz blue curaçao
- 4 oz lemon-lime soda
- Ice cubes
- Lemon slice or twist - for garnish, optional
Highball Glass
Measuring Jigger
Stirrer or Bar Spoon
Prep Glass: Fill your highball glass with ice cubes.
Add Soju: Pour 2 oz Soju over the ice.
Add Blue Curaçao: Measure and pour 1 oz blue curaçao into the glass.
Add Lemon-Lime Soda: Top off with 4 oz lemon-lime soda.
Stir Gently: Use a bar spoon to stir the ingredients gently.
Garnish: Place a lemon slice or twist into the glass for garnish.
Substitutes:
- Soju: If you don't have Soju, you can use vodka as an alternative. It changes the flavor slightly but still works well in this cocktail.
- Blue curaçao: Triple sec with a few drops of blue food coloring can replace Blue curaçao if needed. It keeps the citrus flavor intact.
- Lemon-lime Soda: You can use club soda with a splash of lime juice and simple syrup if you prefer a less sweet option.
Making it Non-Alcoholic:
- Soju Substitute: Use a non-alcoholic spirit that mimics Soju's flavor profile. These are available and do an excellent job of replicating the taste.
- Blue curaçao Substitute: Opt for a non-alcoholic blue syrup or make a simple syrup infused with orange peel and 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 version.
Making it Vegan:
- Check Ingredients: Ensure that all your ingredients are vegan-friendly. Most commercial Sojus are vegan, but always check labels to be sure.
- Vegan Lemon-lime Soda: Use a vegan-certified lemon-lime soda to ensure no animal-derived ingredients are present.
- Proceed As Usual: Follow the original steps using these vegan-friendly ingredients to enjoy a vegan version of Soju Blue.