Blue Hawaii

The quintessential tropical escape in a glass, the Blue Hawaii is famous for its vibrant azure hue and refreshing pineapple-forward profile. Created in 1957 by legendary bartender Harry Yee, it remains a global icon of Tiki culture and Hawaiian hospitality.

Base
rum
Difficulty
Easy
Glass
hurricane
Strength
medium

Ingredients

  • 0.75 ozLight Rum
  • 0.75 ozVodka
  • 0.5 ozBlue Curacao(Provides the signature blue color)
  • 3 ozPineapple Juice(Freshly pressed preferred)
  • 1 ozSweet and Sour Mix(Can substitute with fresh lemon/lime juice and simple syrup)

Garnish: Pineapple wedge and a maraschino cherry

Instructions

  1. 1Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice.
  2. 2Shake well until chilled.
  3. 3Strain into a hurricane glass filled with fresh crushed ice.
  4. 4Alternatively, blend all ingredients with a cup of ice for a frozen version.