Classic: Blue Hawaii

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Preparation info
  • Makes

    1

    Drink
    • Difficulty

      Easy

Appears in
Spirits of '76: Celebrating 250 Years with Cocktails from Every State

By Kim Laidlaw

Published 2026

  • About

This vibrant, tropical cocktail was created in 1957 by Harry Yee, the famed bartender at Waikiki’s Hilton Hawaiian Village. Tasked with showcasing Bols Blue Curaçao, Yee crafted this eye-catching drink with rum, pineapple juice, and sweet-and-sour mix. Unlike the Blue Hawaiian, which includes coconut cream, the Blue Hawaii is lighter and more citrus-forward, reflecting Hawaii’s bright, refreshing flavors. It can also be blended with ice for a frozen version.