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Blue Ocean Drink
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This blue ocean drink is the ultimate summer cocktail, merging a tropical ambiance with a stunning blue color. It offers an irresistible coconut flavor, enhanced by the refreshing tastes of fruit and citrus, making it a delightful choice for any summer occasion.
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The Blue Ocean Drink recipe is a must-try summer cocktail that dazzles with its vibrant blue color and tropical flavors. It combines the refreshing tastes of coconut, citrus, and fruit, making it perfect for sunny days and warm nights.
Easy to prepare and irresistibly delicious, this cocktail is ideal for any summer party or casual gathering. Serve it in a hurricane glass to enhance its stunning appearance and watch as it becomes the highlight of your event.
Blue Ocean Cocktail Ingredients
What you'll need to make this blue ocean cocktail:
- 1½ ounces of Malibu coconut rum
- 1 ounce of 100% pineapple juice
- ½ ounce of blue curacao liqueur
- ½ cup of lemon-lime soda (Sprite)
Pro Tip
For the ocean drink, always use high-quality, pure pineapple juice instead of pineapple juice cocktails.
Substitutions and Additions
These easy substitutions and additions can easily be swapped out while still maintaining the deliciousness of this ocean blue cocktail!
- Lemon-Lime Soda: You can use any brand of lemon-lime soda for this ocean water cocktail, but Sprite is the brand recommended for this recipe. Unlike lemon-lime sparkling water, soda contains added sugars that enhance the drink's flavor. If you prefer, you can opt for a diet version of the soda.
- Blue Curacao: Blue curacao is an orange-flavored liqueur, distinct from berry flavors. It has a similar taste to clear or orange-flavored curacao, akin to triple-sec, which is why it pairs so well with the pineapple and coconut flavors in this delicious ocean blue drink.
How to make Blue Ocean Drink
This delicious drink is quick to make in a cocktail shaker. Simply mix the ingredients, pour them over ice in a cocktail glass, and enjoy your sip.
FIRST STEP: Fill a 15-ounce capacity daiquiri or hurricane glass ¾ full with crushed ice (approximately 1-1½ cups).
SECOND STEP: In a cocktail shaker with ice, add the Malibu coconut rum, 100% pineapple juice, and blue curacao. Shake for 15 to 20 seconds.
THIRD STEP: Strain the blue ocean drink into the prepared cocktail glass.
Pro Tip
Be sure to strain your drink after shaking it in the cocktail shaker. This step will catch any small pieces of ingredients left over from shaking, ensuring your blue ocean recipe has a smoother texture.
FOURTH STEP: Top your blue ocean drink with Sprite.
Pro Tip
Impress your guest (or treat yourself) by adding Sprite last to your blue ocean drink alcohol. This creates a charming effect of white caps on waves, thanks to the carbonation.
It's best not to add lemon-lime soda to the cocktail shaker to avoid a mess from the expanding bubbles. Instead, you can layer the ingredients directly into a glass filled with crushed ice in the order provided. Just give your drink a quick stir before serving to mix everything beautifully.
FIFTH STEP: Add a straw and cocktail umbrella for garnish and serve.
How to serve blue wave drink
When serving the blue ocean cocktail recipe, consider pairing it with a light snack like chips and our crab rangoon dip or dill pickle dip.
Alternatively, this fun drink is perfect for a summer party with appetizers on the side, such as chicken tortilla roll-ups or bacon-wrapped smokies.
For other drink options, our jolly rancher cocktail is another exciting water-themed adult beverage, while our butterbeer drink is a great all-ages choice.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Visual Appeal: The vibrant blue hue of this drink captures the essence of summer and entices with its tropical look.
- Refreshing Taste: Coconut blends with citrus and fruit for a refreshing taste that's perfect for cooling down on a hot day.
- Easy to Make: This cocktail is simple to prepare, making it ideal for quick summer gatherings or a relaxing day at home.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this drink in a large pitcher?
While it might be tempting to prepare this drink in a large pitcher for a group, it's best to mix it in individual glasses. This way, each glass retains the delightful wave effect from the soda's carbonation.
What is the best glass to use for this ocean water drink recipe?
For this cocktail, we recommend using a hurricane glass or a daiquiri glass. Their size is perfect for showcasing the drink's vibrant color and frothy top.
Can I make this drink ahead of time?
It's not advisable to make this drink ahead of time. The ice could melt and dilute the cocktail, and the soda might lose its fizz. For the best taste and presentation, prepare it just before you're ready to serve.
Storing this Recipe
In the Fridge: This easy cocktail should be enjoyed immediately after making it. It does not keep well in the fridge for long.
In the Freezer: Freezing this beach water cocktail is not recommended. It's best when made fresh.
Cocktail Drink Recipes
Blue Ocean Drink
Ingredients
- 1 ½ ounces Malibu coconut rum
- 1 ounce 100% pineapple juice
- ½ ounce blue curacao liqueur
- ½ cup lemon-lime soda (Sprite)
DIRECTIONS
- Fill a 15-ounce capacity daiquiri or hurricane glass ¾ full with crushed ice (approximately 1 to 1½ cups).
- In a cocktail shaker with ice, add the Malibu coconut rum, 100% pineapple juice, and blue curacao. Shake for 15 to 20 seconds.
- Strain the blue ocean drink into the prepared cocktail glass.
- Top your blue ocean drink with Sprite.
- Add a straw and cocktail umbrella for garnish and serve.
Notes
- Be sure to use good quality pineapple juice, not a pineapple juice cocktail, for this beach water drink.
- Make sure to strain your drink after shaking it in the cocktail shaker. This will help catch any small chunks of ingredients left over from shaking and give your drink a smoother texture.
- Impress the person you are making this tasty drink for (if not yourself) as you add the Sprite because it makes your blue ocean drink look like there are white caps from the wave on top of their drink. This is from the carbonation being added at the end. I do not suggest adding lemon-lime soda to the cocktail shaker as you may make a mess from the expanding carbonated soda. You can skip the cocktail shaker and add ingredients to your crushed ice-filled glass in the order written. You will just need to give your drink a little stir before serving.
Comments
Ellie says
This was a huge hit with my girlfriends!