Blue Lagoon
Vodka, blue curaçao, and lemonade for an electric-blue disco-era refresher.
11%
ABV
easy
Difficulty
highball
Glass
Flavor Profile
History & Heritage
“Credit for the Blue Lagoon goes to Andy MacElhone at Harry's New York Bar in Paris around 1960. The electric hue from blue curaçao made it a favorite of the disco era and resort bars worldwide. Early recipes called for sparkling French lemonade; later versions embraced American-style still lemonade or lemon‑lime soda.”
Ingredients
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Method
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Fill a highball glass with ice
Add vodka and blue curaçao
Top with lemonade and stir
Garnish with a lemon slice or cherry
Glassware
Served over ice in a highball glass
Garnish
Flavor Journey
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Master's Tips
Professional insights to elevate your craft
Use chilled lemonade for a crisper drink
Clear ice shows off the color
Swap in sparkling lemonade for effervescence
Variations & Riffs
Classic cocktails inspire countless variations. Here are some popular riffs on the Blue Lagoon.
Sweeter Lagoon
Equal parts vodka and curaçao bump up orange sweetness.
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Stronger Lagoon
Extra vodka for a boozier party punch.
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Tart Lagoon
Add lemon juice to sharpen the citrus edge.
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Blue Hawaiian
Rum, pineapple, and coconut cream turn it into a tiki favorite.
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Blue Margarita
Tequila and lime make a beachy blue riff on the classic sour.
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Fruit Tingle
Adds raspberry cordial for a layered Aussie party drink.
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Isbjørn
Scandinavian take using lemon-lime soda instead of lemonade.
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