Name: Bright Blue Drink with Fruits & Lemon
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients: 1/4 cup blue Curaçao syrup (non-alcoholic or alcoholic); 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 cup lemon-lime soda or sparkling water; 1 cup ice cubes; 4–6 fresh strawberries, sliced; 4 lemon slices; Edible flowers (optional, for garnish); Mint leaves (optional, for garnish)

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This Bright Blue Drink with Fruits & Lemon is an eye-catching, tropical-style beverage that’s perfect for summer parties and fun gatherings. Refreshing, fruity, and visually stunning, it’s as delightful to drink as it is to look at.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This drink stands out for its vibrant color, natural fruit infusion, and citrusy zing. It’s easy to make, customizable, and works as both a mocktail and a cocktail. The mix of sweet and tangy flavors makes it especially cooling and thirst-quenching.

ingredients

(Tip: You can find the complete list of ingredients and their measurements in the recipe card below.)

Blue Curaçao syrup (non-alcoholic or alcoholic)
Lemon juice
Lemon-lime soda or sparkling water
Ice cubes
Fresh strawberries
Lemon slices
Edible flowers (optional)
Mint leaves (optional)

directions

Fill a large glass or pitcher with ice cubes.
Add blue Curaçao syrup and lemon juice.
Pour in soda or sparkling water, stirring gently.
Add fresh strawberries, lemon slices, and edible flowers.
Garnish with mint leaves and a lemon wedge. Serve chilled with a straw.

Servings and timing

Makes 2 large servings. Prep time: 10 minutes. No cooking required.

Variations

Cocktail Version: Add vodka, rum, or gin.
Frozen Slushie: Blend with ice for a smoothie-style drink.
Coconut Option: Add coconut water or coconut milk for creaminess.
Citrus Mix: Include lime and orange slices for more complexity.

storage/reheating

Storage: Best consumed fresh. Syrup and juice can be pre-mixed and stored for up to 2 days.

Reheating: Not applicable—serve chilled.

FAQs

Can I make this alcohol-free?

Yes, use a non-alcoholic blue Curaçao syrup.

Can I use food coloring?

You can, but blue syrup adds flavor as well as color.

Is it sweet?

Mildly sweet, depending on the soda and syrup used.

What fruits go well?

Berries, citrus slices, kiwi, and pineapple.

Can I make it in advance?

Mix the base, but add fruit and soda just before serving.

What’s the best glass?

A round or stemless wine glass enhances the presentation.

Is it safe for kids?

Yes, if you use non-alcoholic ingredients.

Can I add ice cream?

Yes, for a float-style variation.

Can I batch it?

Absolutely—scale up for punch bowls.

How do I make it fizzy?

Use carbonated water or lemon-lime soda.

Conclusion

Bright Blue Drink with Fruits & Lemon is a dazzling and refreshing beverage that adds color and cheer to any occasion. Whether served as a mocktail or cocktail, its flavor and appearance are sure to impress.

Bright Blue Drink with Fruits & Lemon

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Bright Blue Drink with Fruits & Lemon is a stunning and refreshing tropical-style beverage featuring blue Curaçao syrup, citrus juice, and fresh fruits. Perfect for parties, it’s as fun to serve as it is to sip.

Author: Emma Harper
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Yield: 2 servings 1x
Category: Beverage
Method: Stirred
Cuisine: Tropical
Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

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1/4 cup blue Curaçao syrup (non-alcoholic or alcoholic)
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 cup lemon-lime soda or sparkling water
1 cup ice cubes
4–6 fresh strawberries, sliced
4 lemon slices
Edible flowers (optional, for garnish)
Mint leaves (optional, for garnish)

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Instructions

Fill a large glass or pitcher with ice cubes.
Pour in the blue Curaçao syrup and lemon juice.
Top with lemon-lime soda or sparkling water. Stir gently to combine.
Add sliced strawberries and lemon slices into the drink.
Garnish with edible flowers, mint leaves, and an extra lemon wedge.
Serve immediately with a straw.

Notes

Use non-alcoholic blue Curaçao syrup for a kid-friendly mocktail.
Add vodka, rum, or gin for an adult cocktail version.
For a slushie version, blend with ice until smooth.
Make the syrup and lemon base ahead, but add soda and fruit just before serving to keep it fizzy and fresh.
Use clear glasses to show off the vibrant blue hue.