Cocktails with Blue Curaçao
Blue Curaçao is a vibrant blue orange liqueur used primarily for its striking color. It adds a tropical look to cocktails like the Blue Lagoon and Blue Kamikaze.
No Blue Curaçao? What to use instead
- Type
- Liqueur
- Strength
- 15–25% ABV
- Aroma
- Orange peel, Citrus, Light floral, Sweet
- Taste
- Orange, Sweet citrus, Light bitter peel, Clean
- Finish
- Orange, Sweet, Clean, Short
8 drinks with Blue Curaçao
- AMF (Adios Motherf*cker)Vodka, White Rum, Gin
- Blue HawaiianWhite Rum, Coconut Cream, Pineapple Juice
- Blue KamikazeVodka, Lime Juice
- Blue Lagoon SlushVodka, Lemonade, Lemon Juice
- Corpse Reviver No. BlueGin, Lillet Blanc, Lemon Juice
- Electric LemonadeVodka, Lemon Juice, Simple Syrup
- Island CoolerMalibu Coconut Rum, Peach Schnapps, Sour Mix
- Witches' Brew SlushVodka, Pineapple Juice, Lemonade
History
Curaçao liqueur originates from the Caribbean island of the same name, made from the dried peels of the laraha citrus fruit. The blue version was created as a marketing innovation to make cocktails more visually appealing. Senior & Co on Curaçao makes the authentic version, though many brands produce blue curaçao worldwide.
How it’s made
Made similarly to triple sec, by infusing orange peels in alcohol. Blue curaçao adds artificial blue coloring (typically E133) to create its signature hue. The flavor is identical to regular curaçao or triple sec—orange-forward and moderately sweet. Quality varies significantly between brands.
Bottles to try
Bols BlueBudget
Dutch blue curaçao with balanced orange flavor and vivid blue color.
De Kuyper Blue CuraçaoBudget
Another reliable Dutch option with consistent color and orange character.
Senior Curaçao BlueMid-range
Authentic curaçao from the island, made with laraha orange peels.
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