501 Blue
A vibrant, electric blue highball that offers a refreshing explosion of fruit flavors. Combining the deep berry notes of blueberry schnapps with the citrus zest of Blue Curacao and sour mix, this cocktail is balanced by vodka and finished with the effervescence of lemon-lime soda.
What it tastes like
This drink leads with a strong aroma of artificial berry and orange zest. The palate is sugary and fruit-forward, featuring a distinct candy-like blueberry profile. The texture is viscous and syrupy, finishing with a light carbonated sting and a lingering citrus sweetness.
Flavour profile
Ingredients
- Blue Curacao1 oz
- Blueberry Schnapps1 oz
- Vodka1 oz
- Sour Mix1 oz
- 7-Up1 oz
Preparation
- 1
Fill a Collins glass with fresh ice cubes.
- 2
Pour the Blue Curacao, Blueberry Schnapps, Vodka, and Sour Mix directly over the ice.
- 3
Add the 7-Up.
- 4
Stir gently to ensure all ingredients are well combined and chilled.
Substitutions
- Blue CuracaoTriple Sec — This maintains the orange citrus profile but removes the blue color from the drink.
- Blueberry SchnappsCreme de Cassis — This provides a deeper, natural blackcurrant flavor that is less sugary than blueberry schnapps.
- 7-UpClub Soda — This reduces the overall sugar level and allows the fruit liqueurs to stand out more clearly.
- Sour MixFresh Lemon Juice — Using fresh citrus provides a sharper, more natural acidity to cut through the heavy liqueurs.
Variations
501 Fizz
Replace the 7-Up with dry sparkling wine to add more carbonation and a drier finish.
Blended 501
Combine all ingredients with a cup of crushed ice in a blender for a frozen, slushie-style texture.