Blue Hawaii (cocktail)

Blue Hawaii (cocktail)

The Blue Hawaii is a popular tropical cocktail that is known for its vibrant blue color. It is typically served on the rocks in a Collins glass and garnished with a pineapple wedge and a cherry.

Ingredients

To make a Blue Hawaii cocktail, you will need the following ingredients:

• 1 oz Light rum
• 1 oz Vodka
• 1/2 oz Blue curaçao
• 3 oz Pineapple juice
• 1 oz Sweet and sour mix

Preparation

Follow these steps to prepare a Blue Hawaii cocktail:

1. Fill a Collins glass with ice cubes.
2. In a shaker, combine the light rum, vodka, blue curaçao, pineapple juice, and sweet and sour mix.
3. Shake the mixture well to ensure all the ingredients are thoroughly combined.
4. Strain the mixture into the Collins glass over the ice.
5. Garnish the cocktail with a pineapple wedge and a cherry.

Variations

There are several variations of the Blue Hawaii cocktail that incorporate different ingredients or ratios. Some common variations include:

• Green Hawaii: Substitute the blue curaçao with green curaçao for a vibrant green color.
• Purple Hawaii: Mix blue curaçao with cranberry juice to create a purple hue.
• Frozen Blue Hawaii: Blend all the ingredients with ice to create a frozen version of the cocktail.

History

The Blue Hawaii cocktail was created in 1957 by Harry Yee, a bartender at the Hilton Hawaiian Village in Waikiki, Hawaii. Yee wanted to create a signature drink for the hotel's new bar, and he drew inspiration from the beautiful blue color of the Hawaiian ocean and sky. The cocktail quickly gained popularity and became a staple in tiki bars and tropical-themed establishments.

See also

• Cocktail
• Tiki bar
• List of cocktails