Description
A vibrant and refreshing tropical cocktail, the Emerald Island Breeze blends coconut rum, blue curaçao, pineapple juice, and citrus for a smooth, exotic drink perfect for summer parties.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 oz coconut rum
- 1 oz blue curaçao
- 3 oz pineapple juice
- 0.5 oz fresh lime juice
- 2 oz club soda or lemon-lime soda
- Ice cubes
- Fresh pineapple wedge (for garnish)
- Maraschino cherry (for garnish)
- Mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Glass: Fill a tall glass with ice cubes to keep the drink chilled.
- Mix the Liquids: In a cocktail shaker, combine coconut rum, blue curaçao, pineapple juice, and fresh lime juice.
- Shake It Up: Secure the shaker lid and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds to blend the flavors well.
- Pour and Top: Strain the mixture into the prepared glass and top it off with club soda or lemon-lime soda for some fizz.
- Garnish and Serve: Add a fresh pineapple wedge, a maraschino cherry, and a sprig of mint for an elegant finish. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Mocktail Version: Skip the alcohol and use coconut water and blue sports drink for a kid-friendly, non-alcoholic option.
- Stronger Kick: Add a splash of white rum or vodka for an extra boozy twist.
- Creamy Twist: Blend with a splash of coconut cream for a piña colada-inspired version.
- Citrus Boost: Increase the amount of lime juice for a more tangy, citrus-forward cocktail.
- Frozen Style: Blend the ingredients with crushed ice to create a slushy version perfect for hot days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Cocktail, Beverage
- Method: Shaken
- Cuisine: Hawaiian, Tropical
Keywords: tropical cocktail, Hawaiian drink, blue curaçao cocktail, summer cocktail, pineapple rum drink