Grand Blue
The Grand Blue is a refreshing cocktail that captivates with its vibrant blue hue, reminiscent of a clear summer sky.
- 5 min
- Easy
- Old-fashioned glass
- 4 ingredients
Grand Blue
Ingredients
- Malibu rum½ oz
- Peach schnapps½ oz
- Blue Curacao½ oz
- Sweet and sour1 oz
Method
- Serve in an old fashioned glass.
What you need
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The hero bottle
A sweet coconut liqueur made with Caribbean rum. It's usually 21% ABV, or 18% in some markets, including the UK. Sweet toasted coconut with only a faint rum note. It smells a bit like sunscreen, in a good way.
See 9 Malibu rum drinksWhere it comes from
The Grand Blue cocktail celebrates the elegance of premium blue liqueurs and quality spirits, gaining popularity among sophisticated drinkers in contemporary craft bars. This visually striking drink represents modern mixology's appreciation for color, complemented by balanced flavor profiles and premium ingredients.
Tips from the bar
- Use quality blue curaçao
- premium vodka or gin recommended
- serve chilled in a proper cocktail glass
- garnish with lemon twist
- balance sweetness with citrus
Twists worth trying
- Grand Blue Royale
- A champagne-topped celebration variation
- Grand Blue Sour
- a sour-style balanced interpretation
- Blue Ocean
- a tropical fruit-forward version
What to eat with it
- Seafood appetizers
- lemon-infused dishes
- white fish
- delicate desserts
- tropical fruits
- light summer meals
- oyster dishes
The finished drink
Questions
What is in a Grand Blue?
A Grand Blue is made with malibu rum, peach schnapps, blue curacao, sweet and sour.
What glass do you use for a Grand Blue?
Serve a Grand Blue in a old-fashioned glass.
What does a Grand Blue taste like?
Expect blueberry, citrus, refreshing.
What can I make with Malibu rum?
We have 9 drinks built around Malibu rum. See them all on the Malibu rum page.
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