BLUE LAGOON
The Blue Lagoon: A Colorful 1960s Creation
The Blue Lagoon was created in the 1960s, though its exact creator remains disputed. Some sources credit Andy MacElhone, son of Harry MacElhone of Harry's New York Bar in Paris, with creating the drink, according to Liquor.com.
The cocktail combines vodka with blue curaçao and lemonade. This simple formula creates a bright blue, citrusy drink where blue curaçao's orange flavor and distinctive color dominate, as noted in Difford's Guide.
The name "Blue Lagoon" references the drink's vibrant blue color, evoking tropical waters and exotic destinations. The cocktail gained popularity during the 1970s and 1980s as colorful, visually striking drinks became fashionable in casual bars.
RECIPE:
1.5 oz vodka
1 oz blue curaçao
4 oz lemonade (or lemon-lime soda)
Lemon slice and cherry for garnish
Method:
Fill a highball glass with ice.
Add vodka, blue curaçao, and lemonade.
Stir gently to combine.
Garnish with lemon slice and cherry.