What is Blue Curacao?

Blue Curacao is a liqueur that is commonplace in the modern cocktail-drinking world. It is a blue liqueur that is closely related to orange Curacao, another popular liqueur often used in cocktails and other drinks. The flavor of Blue Curacao is a mix of citrus peel, herbs, spices and often brandy or triple sec. Blue Curacao is said to be a slightly lower-alcohol version of orange Curacao, and has the added benefit of giving a dazzling blue colour to drinks made with it.

History of Blue Curacao

Blue Curacao has its roots in the exotic Dutch Caribbean island of Curacao. It was named for the island which introduced the world to ‘Curacao oranges’. This fruit was used to make an orange liqueur created by the people on the island in the eighteenth century, which eventually became the original orange Curacao that has inspired many variations of Curacao liqueur that are seen in modern pubs and cocktail bars.

Blue Curacao didn’t become popular until the 1950s, when it started to appear in cocktail menus around the world. The blue colour and added sweetness of Curacao gave mixologists a new way to create more interesting cocktails. From classic cocktails such as the Blue Hawaiian, to Tequila Sunrise to the Margarita — blue Curacao is a popular addition to many classic and modern cocktails.

Uses of Blue Curacao

For the most part, blue Curacao is used in cocktails. It can be combined with a wide range of other liqueurs, juices, sodas and tonics to create a stunning variety of drinks. Unsurprisingly, blue Curacao is a favorite ingredient for tiki-themed drinks and poolside cocktails. It can also be used as a topping for desserts, such as ice cream and cakes.

It is important to note, however, that due to its rather high alcohol content, blue Curacao should be used with caution when mixing drinks. It should not be used in any drinks that are intended for anyone under the legal drinking age.

Conclusion

Blue Curacao is an incredibly versatile liqueur that has become a mainstay of the modern cocktail drinking world. It is a lower-alcohol, brightly colored liqueur that is made from Citrus fruits, spices and herbs and has been used to make a wide variety of classic and modern cocktails. Although it should be used with caution as it is quite high in alcohol content, blue Curacao can be enjoyed responsibly as a key ingredient in delicious cocktails.