Blue Lagoon Mocktail : Cool, Citrus, Ocean Vibes

I’m obsessing over this Blue Lagoon Mocktail lately, and it’s way more exciting than it sounds!

This vibrant blue beauty literally transforms any boring Tuesday into a tropical vacation moment.

The color alone makes you feel like your sipping something magical on a beach somewhere exotic.

Plus, it’s ridiculously simple to make at home, which is perfect since I’m not exactly the most coordinated bartender.

But here’s the thing that really got me hooked…

Tropical Paradise In Glass

Picture yourself lounging on a sandy beach somewhere in the Caribbean, where the water’s so blue it looks like liquid sapphire and the sun’s warming your skin just right. That’s exactly the vibe this Blue Lagoon mocktail brings to your glass! This gorgeous drink gets its stunning azure color from blue curaçao syrup, which originally comes from the island of Curaçao in the Dutch Caribbean.

The classic Blue Lagoon cocktail has been a poolside favorite since the 1960s, but our alcohol-free version means everyone can dive into this tropical paradise without worrying about getting too tipsy to swim later.

What makes this mocktail absolutely brilliant is how it captures all the visual drama of the original while keeping things family-friendly and refreshing. The combination of tart lemonade and sweet blue curaçao creates this perfect balance that’s like sunshine and ocean waves dancing on your taste buds.

Adding a splash of soda gives it that festive fizz that makes every sip feel like a celebration, and the non-alcoholic vodka keeps that clean, crisp bite that made the original so popular. It’s basically summer in a glass, even if your only view is your kitchen window instead of palm trees!

The beauty of this drink isn’t just in how it tastes, it’s in how it makes you feel like you’ve escaped to somewhere magical. When you pour that vibrant blue liquid over ice, watching it swirl and sparkle, you can almost hear steel drums playing in the background.

Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue, throwing a pool party, or just want to add some excitement to your Tuesday afternoon, this Blue Lagoon mocktail delivers that instant vacation feeling. Plus, let’s be honest… anything this pretty definitely deserves at least five photos before you take your first sip!

Tips To Make It Perfectly At Home

Getting that Instagram-worthy blue lagoon look is easier than you think when you know the right tricks.

• Chill everything first: Your lemonade, soda and even the glass should be ice-cold before you start mixing. Room temperature ingredients will make your drink look cloudy and taste flat.
• Add the blue curaçao slowly: Pour it gently down the side of the glass or use a bar spoon to create those gorgeous blue swirls. Dumping it all at once gives you a murky mess instead of that dreamy ocean effect.
• Use clear lemonade: Skip the cloudy homemade stuff for this one and go with crystal-clear store-bought lemonade. You want that electric blue to really pop against a transparent base.
• Don’t skip the non-alcoholic vodka: It might seem pointless but it adds that clean, crisp bite that makes this taste like the real deal. Without it your mocktail will taste more like blue Kool-Aid.
• Ice matters: Use fresh, clear ice cubes instead of cloudy freezer-burned ones. Cloudy ice will muddy your beautiful blue color and nobody wants that.
• Garnish smart: A lemon wheel or maraschino cherry looks classic but avoid anything that will bleed color into your pristine blue creation.

Food Pairing Ideas

This refreshing blue beauty pairs perfectly with foods that either complement its citrusy brightness or provide a delicious contrast to its sweet and tangy profile. The key is finding bites that won’t compete with those vibrant lemon and blue curaçao flavors.

• Coconut shrimp: Crispy, tropical and slightly sweet – these golden beauties echo the drink’s vacation vibes while the coconut’s richness balances the citrus tang perfectly.
• Salted pretzel bites: The salty crunch creates an amazing contrast against the sweet blue syrup, and the carby comfort makes every sip feel more refreshing.
• Lemon bars: Double down on that citrus love with these tangy-sweet squares that mirror the drink’s bright personality without overwhelming it.
• Spicy jalapeño poppers: The creamy cheese filling cools down the heat while the spice adds excitement that plays beautifully against the drink’s mellow sweetness.
• Almond macarons: Light, airy and subtly sweet – these delicate cookies won’t overpower the drink’s flavors and their pale color looks stunning next to that electric blue.
• Buffalo cauliflower bites: Tangy, spicy and satisfying, these veggie wings bring just enough heat and acidity to make the cool, sweet mocktail taste even more refreshing.

Blue Lagoon Mocktail Instructions

This stunning Blue Lagoon mocktail is like summer vacation in a glass, bringing together the perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors that’ll make your taste buds do a happy dance!

The brilliant blue color comes from curaçao syrup while fresh lemonade adds that zippy citrus kick, and a splash of soda gives it just the right amount of fizz. Its like drinking a piece of tropical paradise… minus the sunburn and overpriced resort drinks.

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Ingredients:

• 4 oz fresh lemonade
• 1 oz Monin blue curaçao syrup
• 2 oz non-alcoholic vodka (like Ritual Zero Proof or Seedlip Grove)
• 2 oz club soda or lemon-lime soda
• Ice cubes
• Lemon wheel for garnish
• Maraschino cherry (because why not make it extra fancy!)

Instructions:

1. Fill a tall glass or hurricane glass with ice cubes, packing them in nice and tight so your drink stays cold longer.
2. Pour the non-alcoholic vodka over the ice first, letting it settle at the bottom like a good foundation.
3. Add the fresh lemonade slowly, watching as it mingles with the vodka and creates that perfect base layer.
4. Here’s where the magic happens… drizzle the blue curaçao syrup down the side of the glass, and watch it create those gorgeous blue swirls that make this drink Instagram-worthy.
5. Top it off with club soda for that satisfying fizz that makes every sip feel like a celebration.
6. Give it a gentle stir with a bar spoon to blend the colors just slightly, creating that dreamy blue lagoon effect.
7. Garnish with a lemon wheel and pop that maraschino cherry right on top because life’s too short for boring drinks!

Prep Times:

• Prep time: 5 minutes
• Total time: 5 minutes

Nutritional Information:

• Servings: 1
• Calories: 438
• Fat: 0g
• Protein: 1g
• Carbohydrates: 89g

Variations To Try

These creative twists on the Blue Lagoon Mocktail transform the classic recipe with new flavors and presentations.

• Tropical Blue Lagoon: Replace lemonade with pineapple juice and add a splash of coconut cream for a sweeter island vibe.
• Blue Lagoon Slush: Blend all ingredients with ice to create a frozen slushy texture perfect for hot summer days.
• Sparkling Blue Lagoon: Swap regular soda for champagne-style sparkling grape juice and add fresh mint leaves for extra fizz and freshness.
• Berry Blue Lagoon: Add muddled blueberries and a splash of cranberry juice for deeper berry flavors and natural color enhancement.
• Green Lagoon: Substitute blue curaçao syrup with lime syrup and add a few drops of green food coloring for a vibrant color change.
• Blue Lagoon Punch: Scale up the recipe and serve in a punch bowl with floating lemon wheels and blueberry ice cubes for parties.

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Or you may wish to try a real Blue Margarita!?

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Blue Lagoon Mocktail

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Dive into island vibes with this blue lagoon mocktail! A splash of citrus, a hint of sweetness, and zero alcohol - refreshing, fun, and totally beachy.

Prep Time 5 minutes

Total Time 5 minutes

Ingredients

• 120 ml fresh lemonade
• 30 ml Monin blue curaçao syrup
• 60 ml non-alcoholic vodka (like Ritual Zero Proof or Seedlip Grove)
• 60 ml club soda or lemon-lime soda
• Ice cubes
• Lemon wheel for garnish
• Maraschino cherry (because why not make it extra fancy!)

Instructions

1. Fill a tall glass or hurricane glass with ice cubes, packing them in nice and tight so your drink stays cold longer.
2. Pour the non-alcoholic vodka over the ice first, letting it settle at the bottom like a good foundation.
3. Add the fresh lemonade slowly, watching as it mingles with the vodka and creates that perfect base layer.
4. Here's where the magic happens... drizzle the blue curaçao syrup down the side of the glass, and watch it create those gorgeous blue swirls that make this drink Instagram-worthy.
5. Top it off with club soda for that satisfying fizz that makes every sip feel like a celebration.
6. Give it a gentle stir with a bar spoon to blend the colors just slightly, creating that dreamy blue lagoon effect.
7. Garnish with a lemon wheel and pop that maraschino cherry right on top because life's too short for boring drinks!

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

1

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 438Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 71mgCarbohydrates: 89gFiber: 3gSugar: 72gProtein: 1g

This nutrition information was automatically calculated by Nutritionix, but may not be 100% accurate.