Blue Hawaiian Cocktail
A stunning tropical drink made with light rum, blue curaçao, pineapple juice, and cream of coconut—this Blue Hawaiian Cocktail is creamy, fruity, and vibrant. Whether shaken or blended, it's your go-to summer sip for parties, BBQs, or pretending you’re on a beach in Maui. Pure island joy in a glass!
Calories: 240kcal
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 oz light rum
- 1 oz blue curaçao
- 1 oz cream of coconut
- 2 oz pineapple juice
- 1/2 oz lime juice optional, for brightness
- Crushed ice or ice cubes
Optional Garnishes:
- Pineapple wedge
- Maraschino cherry
- Cocktail umbrella 🌺
Instructions
- In a cocktail shaker, combine rum, blue curaçao, cream of coconut, pineapple juice, and lime juice.
- Add ice and shake vigorously for 15–20 seconds.
- Strain into a tall glass filled with crushed ice.
- Garnish with a pineapple wedge, cherry, or umbrella.
- Sip, smile, and soak in the tropical vibes!
Blender Method (Optional):
- Add all ingredients to a blender with 1 to 1 ½ cups of ice.
- Blend until smooth, pour into a chilled glass, and garnish.
Notes
- For a frozen slushy version, always blend with ice.
- No cream of coconut? Try full-fat coconut milk + a little simple syrup.
- Want a mocktail? Use pineapple juice, coconut milk, and lemon-lime soda instead of alcohol.
- Blue Hawaii variation: skip the cream of coconut for a lighter, punch-style drink.