BLUE
HAWAIIAN
1 measure blue curacao
2 measures coconut rum
2 measures pineapple juice
It was a Hawaiian-themed night
for me. I had dinner with my Mother-in-Law, Joan, who is a big lover of the Big Islands. For 30 years, she stayed
in Maui for a month every year. I went for a week once while she was there and
absolutely loved Maui. When I think of paradise, that’s the place I picture.
At 86, Joan’s not making the
long trek from Ohio to Hawaii anymore, so I brought a little of the islands to
her with the BLUE HAWAIIAN cocktail. To make
the BLUE HAWAIIAN, you’ll just need the three simple ingredients above, plus
some fruity garnish if you have it. I filled some glasses with ice, added the
curacao, coconut rum and pineapple juice in the measurements listed and gave it
a stir — easy! I had some lime and cherries to add as garnish. Other garnish
items could include pineapple, oranges or pears.
The BLUE HAWAIIAN was really
good. I could feel the ocean breeze as I sipped. With the coconut and pineapple
flavors, the cocktail is fresh, sweet and tangy, “beachy” even. It would definitely
be perfect for a day at the beach. I may have these on Lake Erie this summer
while wearing a Hawaiian shirt. I’ll try to pretend I’m sitting next to palm
trees instead of some garbage.
Later that evening, I met my
friend Dana to help her celebrate her birthday. I ended up having a long
conversation with her brother Jack —great guy. And know where he’s from?
Hawaii! Told you I was working on a theme and didn’t even know it. I highly
suggest having a BLUE HAWAIIAN when, like me, you want a little mini vacation
in your mouth.
Drink
Up^
Cocktail Connie
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