But if you can’t use blue curacao, then you can go for an alternative. Way 3:ĭoes it really have to be blue curacao? Yes, it does.
You can use a lemon wedge or twist, and for some at least that will be more palatable and easier to suck on. Another thing you can opt-out of is the lime wedge as garnish. No one said you couldn’t do that, so go for it and get more bang for your (taste) buds. You can use freshly-squeezed lemon juice to substitute for the lime juice, and you can actually use freshly-squeezed lime juice as well. The second way affirmatively answers the question, “Can I use lemon juice? If so, how about fresh lemon juice? ” Many people replace the lime juice with lemon juice, and lemon juice is always a winner, especially when considering its thirst-quenching prowess. Or, use 1 part vodka while using half-parts for both blue curacao and lime juice. To make it this way, use equal parts vodka and blue curacao and half-part lime juice. The quantity of vodka is almost always higher than the quantity of blue curacao and lime juice used. In fact, the drink tastes better and more refreshing when you go against this particular rule. You do not have to stick to the “equal parts” rule. But, these changes can affect the taste of the shot. If they did, after all, it wouldn’t be blue kamikaze anymore. Other Delightful Ways to Make Your Kamikaze ShotĪlthough the blue curacao vodka shot is made as described above, there are other ways that involve slight changes to the recipe. This will retain the finished ice perfectly well, since it’s designed to trap very fine particles of ice and fruit (other drink recipes might call for some) caused by the shaking the mix. Note: Since the shot is shaken, not stirred, use a Hawthorn strainer. Then, shake well until the mixture is chilled, straining the liquid into shot glasses as blue colored shots (or you can strain into cocktail glasses).Īfter this, you can then stick your lime wedge onto the rim of the glass, and of course, you know what to do with the lime wedge after downing your drink! Using a shaker glass or cocktail shaker, add some ice cubes into the shaker before adding the vodka, blue curacao, and lime juice-in no particular order. Tip: Have your glasses chilled before making this drink. It is a fruity shot, with lime juice serving as the mixer while the blue curacao and vodka serve as the alcohol components.Īlthough colorful and kind of sweet, make no mistake that this is an intoxicating drink that clocks in at about 30 percent alcohol. The drink is fruity and tart with medium alcoholic strength. A shot of this drink is usually less than 100 calories-a good reason why the drink is a favorite. The blue kamikaze, though a variation of the kamikaze drink itself, is as popular as the original kamikaze drink, and it too is served straight-up. The blue kamikaze can be consumed quickly in a single gulp as a shooter, but can also serve as a typical cocktail drink. Its blue color is actually a result of blue artificial coloring. Blue curacao is an orangey liqueur that’s slightly bitter. The blue kamikaze alcoholic shot gets the “blue” in its name from the blue curacao, which gives the drink a stunning blue color. On the other hand, the blue kamikaze drink, which is a variation of the traditional kamikaze, substitutes the kamikaze traditional sweetener-triple sec-with blue curacao. Actually, some people think it started in an American military base bar in Japan, but no one’s sure for certain.
The word “kamikaze” is a Japanese word, but by no means does it imply that the drink originated in Japan. Kamikaze means divine wind and was a common term used during World War 2. The smoothness of the vodka blends perfectly with the sweet flavor of the triple sec and the refreshing taste of the lime. With just these three ingredients, the drink has gone on to become a classic sour cocktail that is either served in a shot glass or cocktail glass, usually garnished with a lime wedge. The traditional kamikaze drink is made with equal parts vodka, triple sec, and lime juice. Traditionally, blue kamikaze shots are served straight-up, after the 3 component ingredients have been shaken together and strained. The drink is a favorite among party-goers and non-party goers, especially those watching their diet, due to the drink’s relatively low calorific value.
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