Blue Sunset
A mesmerizing layered cocktail where blue curaçao meets orange juice and a grenadine sunrise effect — except the sky is blue. The color gradient from red to orange to blue is absolutely stunning and has made this the most-photographed cocktail at beach bars. — Crafted by Blinner with Love
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz Vodka
- 1 oz Blue curaçao
- 3 oz Orange juice
- 0.5 oz Grenadine
- orange wheel (garnish) garnish
Pairs With
Pair with Mediterranean seafood preparations, citrus-cured fish, or light tapas that balance the visually stunning layered flavors and orange-forward profile.
Instructions
Fill a highball glass with ice
Pour grenadine in first — it sinks to the bottom
Add orange juice
Gently pour vodka over the back of a spoon
Finally, float blue curaçao on top using the back of a spoon
Do not stir — admire the layers
Garnish with an orange wheel
Tips
Build the layers slowly and gently — patience creates the best gradient Each layer has a different density, so they naturally separate Stir when ready to drink — the mixed color is a beautiful purple