Blue Curaçao Sour
Authentic Curaçao Recipe

Blue Curaçao Sour

A bright blue, citrus-forward cocktail built on the island's famous Blue Curaçao liqueur. Slow island cooking, bright citrus, and warm spice make this dish feel like a Sunday table that never ends.

Prep5 min
Cook-
Serves1
DifficultyEasy

Portions

Adjust the recipe to your group size.

Ingredients below are for 1 people

Ingredients

  • 40 ml Blue Curaçao
  • 30 ml white rum or gin
  • 25 ml fresh lime juice
  • 15 ml simple syrup
  • Ice cubes
  • Lime wheel or orange peel, to garnish

Estimated calories

Based on typical ingredients for this dish.

≈ 220 kcal

220 kcal per person

Step-by-Step Preparation

  1. 01Fill a shaker with ice.
  2. 02Add Blue Curaçao, rum or gin, lime juice and simple syrup.
  3. 03Shake vigorously for 10–15 seconds until well chilled.
  4. 04Strain into a chilled glass with fresh ice and garnish.

Chef's Note

Serve with something crisp and simple on the side so the main flavors stay front and center.

Serving Tip

For a foamy top, shake once without ice first, then again with ice.