Blue Lagoon
Description
Blue Lagoon is a world-famous cocktail born in 1960. As its name suggests, the beautiful vivid blue color reminiscent of a 'blue lagoon' is its greatest feature, with a refreshing taste combining vodka as the base with blue curacao and lemon juice. Due to its visual beauty and drinkability, it continues to be beloved by everyone from cocktail beginners to experts. The fruit garnishes add glamour, and it's served in bars worldwide as a drink full of resort atmosphere.
Origin
Country of Origin: France （1960）
Created in 1960 by bartender Andy MacElhone at Harry's New York Bar in Paris. Andy was the son of Harry, the legendary bartender and founder of the bar, and using the bartending skills and creativity inherited from his father, he created this beautiful cocktail.
Birth Date Meaning
A traveler walking together with companions born under the same star
The beautiful blue lagoon-like color expresses the bonds with companions who share the same aspirations and the journey of life walked together
Famous Quotes
- "Blue sky, blue sea, and blue cocktail. A perfect combination" - Unknown
Trivia
- Created in 1960 by Andy MacElhone at Harry's New York Bar in Paris
- Andy was the son of legendary bartender Harry MacElhone, creator of many classic cocktails
- The name 'Blue Lagoon' is said to be inspired by the movie 'The Blue Lagoon'
- The cocktail word is 'sincere love', making it popular for couples to share
- A non-alcoholic version exists, enjoyed by everyone from children to adults
Recipe
Ingredients:
- Vodka - 30 ml
- Blue Curacao - 20 ml
- Lemon Juice - 20 ml
- Crushed Ice - 適量 個
- Orange Slice - 1 個
- Lemon Slice - 1 個
- Maraschino Cherry - 1 個
Instructions:
- Add vodka, blue curacao, and lemon juice to shaker
- Fill with ice to 80% capacity
- Shake vigorously for 15 seconds
- Fill highball glass with crushed ice to 80%
- Strain shaken mixture into glass
- Garnish with orange slice, lemon slice, and maraschino cherry
- Serve with straw